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Amancaya 2017 (Six Bottle Case)
£107.70 £79.95
Bodegas Caro was formed in 1999 as a partnership between Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) and Nicolas Catena to showcase the two cultures of French and Argentinian winemaking. Amancaya combines the richness of Argentina’s high altitude climate with the structure of Cabernet Sauvignon and the generous nature of Malbec. The resulting wine is fruit driven with plenty of juicy notes and a streak of well balanced French oak.
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Tasting notes
In the glass Amancaya possesses an opaque core and a purple rim. Moving onto the aromas, expect to find notes of cassis, cocoa and tobacco mingled with red cherries and figs. The palate is ripe and complex with hints of cloves, tobacco and finishes with lift, freshness and a touch of liquorice. Overall this well balanced wine is an elegant expression of the blend of Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon.
| Varietal | Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon |
|---|---|
| Bottle size | 6 x 75cl |
| Origin | Argentina |
| Producer | Lafite and Catena |
| ABV | 14.50% |
| Decant from | An hour before serving |
| Food match | steak and BBQ red meats |
| Drink from | 2017 to 2022 |
| Closure | natural cork |
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