Tikal
Patriota 2018
Mendoza
As #45 on Wine Spectator’s ‘Top 100 List’ in 2015, this ‘Patriotic’ old-vine Bonarda and Malbec is blended to perfection.
VINEYARD
AVERAGE AGE OF VINES: 56 YEARS
AVERAGE ELEVATION: 3280 FEET
VINIFICATION
The Malbec grapes are from the Vista Flores vineyard (Tunuyan) and the Bonarda comes from Rivadavia. They’re hand-harvested and aged 12 months in 70% French & 30% American oak (30% new, 70% 2nd & 3rd use). All Tikal wines are certified sustainable through Bodegas de Argentina
TASTING NOTES
Deep reddish purple with aromas of bright berry/cherry fruit. Big body yet very balanced with luscious layers of raspberry, cherry, and cocoa flavors. Just a hint of baking spice at the end brings it all together
FOOD PAIRING
A great companion to grilled or smoked meats. Pairs well with beef and pork, and even pizza with meat toppings.
Color
Red
Appellation
Mendoza
Farming
Certified Sustainable
Alcohol
13.8%
Suggested Retail Price
$23
Trade Materials
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