Lagarde

The Lagarde wines is our collection of our one hundred percent varietals wines. This range includes the following wines: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Syrah, Viognier, Chardonnay and a rosé wine made from Malbec and Pinot Noir. In 2020, we incorporated a Red Blend to the range for the first time. Raised for 8 to 12 months in oak, these red wines reach a delicate balance between fruit and a sophisticated palate.

Lagarde Malbec 2018

Red

Varietal Composition

100% Malbec.

Vineyard

Luján de Cuyo – Mendoza. Planted in: 1906, 1930, 1995. Altitude: 850 and 980 masl.

Vineyard Structure/Yield

Two types of plantations: Low vine training. Surface irrigation: Cane and spur pruning. High density plantation. And high vine training. Drip irrigation. Cordon pruning with spurs. Average yield: 100 q/ha.

Fermentation process

In stainless steal tanks with daily pumpovers and a controlled temperature under 30 °C.The maceration lasts for about 14 days, depending on daily tastings. The Malolactic fermentation is spontaneous.

Aging

A 50% of the wine was in oak barrels for 8-10 months (80% French and 20% American).

Storage in bottle

Over 5 years.

ALCOHOL 14.1%	TOTAL ACIDITY 4.6 g/l
SUGAR RESIDUE 2.15	NUMBER OF BOTTLES

Tasting notes

COLOR: intense violet red.

AROMA: ripe red fruits and jams. Soft notes of vanilla, chocolate and smokey scents.

FLAVOR: balanced with good structure.

Pairing Suggestion

Ideal with grilled meats or pasta with red sauces.