Domaine Monte de Luz Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
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Uruguay |
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A distinguished Cabernet that hails from a country whose wines are well worth trying: Uruguay - the next great South American wine producer.
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Release Notes:
The soil in the Monte de Luz vineyards consists of rare vertical schist that is perfect for growing vines (and the local Carquera plant, found on the label). The utmost care is taken in the vineyard, and the harvest is done carefully by hand before a temperature controlled vinification.
Tasting Notes:
Elegant ruby color. Intense, ripe nose with hints of blackcurrant, raspberry and plum. Typical Cabernet flavor with berry flavors, silky tannins and a long, fruit-driven finish. Balanced and elegant. Great with red meats, steak, lamb, Chateaubriand, and cheeses. Can cellar for 2 to 4 years (2011).
The vineyards of Monte de Luz in the foothills of the Mahoma Mountains.
Winery:
Monte de Luz's vineyards in San Jose were planted in 2000. Its owners consulted Gabriel Gallot, the reputed geologist, and, after much searching, discovered one of the best vineyard sites in... Read more
Region:
San Jose is the best region of Uruguay. Its location, on the Atlantic Coast just across the Rio de la Plata from Buenos Aires, gives it a temperate maritime climate with... Read more
Country:
Overview
Uruguay is another great South American wine producer that is only just beginning to be discovered. Like Argentina and Chile, the first grapevines were brought to Uruguay by Spanish settlers during... Read more
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