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Notes of: Vanilla

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Salentein

Salentein Portillo Cabernet Sauvignon

Argentina, Mendoza

Red wine

3.8

Expert Rating

3.6

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Salentein Portillo Cabernet Sauvignon is a premium red wine produced by Bodegas Salentein, a renowned winery located in the Uco Valley of Mendoza, Argentina. The wine is made from carefully selected grapes grown in the high-altitude vineyards of the Andes Mountains, which provide ideal growing conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine is crafted using traditional winemaking techniques, including fermentation in stainless steel tanks and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a rich and complex wine with notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, and vanilla. The wine is full-bodied and well-structured, with firm tannins and a long, smooth finish. It is a perfect choice for those who appreciate the bold and elegant style of Cabernet Sauvignon.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

The Salentein Portillo Cabernet Sauvignon is a full-bodied red wine with notes of dark cherry, cassis, and blackberry.On the palate, its tannins are intense yet smooth with a hint of mocha and spice on the finish. This wine is perfect for pairing with grilled meats and hearty stews.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2029

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Cabernet Sauvignon

ORIGINS

Winery: Salentein

Region: Mendoza

Mendoza is the largest wine-producing region in Argentina, located in the foothills of the Andes Mountains. It is known for its high-altitude vineyards, producing some of the country's most renowned wines. With a long history of winemaking, Mendoza is now one of the most important wine regions in South America. The territory of Mendoza can be divided into five large sub-regions, which give the varieties their particular characteristics: Valle de Uco GI, integrated by the departments of Tunuyán, Tupungato and San Carlos; Primera Zona, which includes the departments of Luján de Cuyo and Maipú; the Northern oasis (Lavalle and Las Heras), the East (San Martín, Rivadavia, Junín, Santa Rosa and La Paz) and the South (San Rafael, Malargüe and General Alvear), covering practically the entire provincial geography. Mendoza has been producing wine since the 16th century, when Spanish settlers first brought vines to the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of both red and white wines, with a focus on Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Torrontés. In recent years, Mendoza has become a leader in sustainable winemaking, with many producers focusing on organic and biodynamic practices.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.6

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