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Cocodrilo: Cabernet Sauvignon
Varietal Composition 90% cabernet sauvignon 10% merlot, petit verdot and malbec
Vintage 2006
Harvest April 8-13; hand-harvested
Appellation
Mendoza, Argentina
Vineyards in Agrelo, Perdriel, Lunlunta and La Consulta
Climate Semi-desert; 2,500 feet average altitude
Growing Season Despite snow and higher than normal precipitation in late spring, the 2006 growing season was warm and dry overall. Summer temperatures were moderate and even. The result was fruit of even higher quality and greater concentration than that of the outstanding 2006 vintage.
Yield 2.9 to 3.7 tons/acre
Primary Fermentation Fermented with selected and native yeasts in 8 to 15 ton closed-top stainless steel fermentors
Maceration 3 to 4 day cold soak; 15 to 18 days total maceration
Secondary Fermentation Native malolactic fermentation in barrel; 3 months to completion
Barrel Aging 8 months in French and American oak barrels; 21% new
Bottling March 2007
Tasting Notes Deep garnet color and big aromas of blackberry and licorice open to a rich, generous, mouthfilling palate that displays pure cabernet sauvignon character. Blackcurrant, cassis and spice are balanced with supple tannins and a hint of minerality that makes this an excellent food wine. Alcohol 14.7%
