Karas Rood Wijn 2018

Producer: “Tierras de Armenia” C.J.S.C.

Vintage: 2015

Origin: Armavir Region, Republic of Armenia

Harvest date: middle of September, 2013. Hand harvested.

Blend information: Syrah, Tannat, Malbec, Petit Verdot.

Bottling date: July 2015

Climate: continental highlands climate with hot summers and cold dry winters.

Soil: stony, heavy soil of volcanic origin.

Vinification: Hand harvested grapes are selected on the table before cold maceration. Fermentation is carried out at 26-28ºC for 20 days. Malolactic fermentation is realized in tanks.

Serving suggestions: It pairs good with red meats and pastas. Combines well with chocolate, too.

Tasting notes: This blend has intense ruby red color. One can feel red fruit aromas and some chocolate. In mouth is elegant, has good acidity and sweet tannins.

Aging potential: ready for immediate enjoyment.

Best before: 2017 (three years after bottling)

Ideal serving: 16 to 18 °C.

Wine analysis:

Alcohol: 14.2%.

Residual sugar: 2 g/l.

Producer’s comment: Excellent blend with big potential of aromas of fruits. The acidity makes the wine even more elegant.

CONTAINS SULFITES

Chief winemaker: Gabriel Rogel (Argentina)

Consulting winemaker: Michel Rolland (France)