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2006 Trapiche Cabernet Sauvignon Oak Cask |
| Vintage | 2006 |  | |
| Type | Red | ||
| Producer | Trapiche (web) | ||
| Variety | Cabernet Sauvignon | ||
| Designation | Oak Cask | ||
| Vineyard | n/a | ||
| Country | Argentina | ||
| Region | Mendoza | ||
| SubRegion | n/a | ||
| Appellation | n/a | ||
| UPC Code | 089744402554 |
| Community Tasting History |
Community Tasting Notes (average 83.3 pts. and median of 83 pts. in 5 notes) | |
| Tasted by arass on 11/21/2009 & rated 80 points: sort of a jucy red wine. reminds me of berringer cab, but more sour. It's fine, but not amazing. would be solid at 6-7 bucks, but not at 10-12 (90 views) | |
| Tasted by Beavis77 on 9/25/2009: Stemmy and stony nose. Some herb and olive with a mash of dark fruits. Iron and sour cherry on the palate. Weak mid-palate. Stemmy greenness. (139 views) | |
| Tasted by hutch on 5/5/2009 & rated 87 points: Frederick Wildman Tasting: Gotta admit it, not bad for the price, not bad at all. Decent dark fruit, not over the top at all. A slight olive componont that is attractive. This works. (314 views) | |
| Tasted by Anonymous on 10/18/2008 & rated 85 points: was impressed Will try again. Been too long since consumed for me to remember much but good earth notes and dark fruit. Can tell its a South American cab (364 views) | |
| Tasted by Bellissimo on 10/11/2008 & rated 81 points: Dark fruit and cedar on the nose. Berries and spice on the taste. Not impressive but Ok for the price. (519 views) |
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| Producer website TRAPICHE This is one of the most important wineries in Argentina. has 120 years and is reference of viniculture. Owns 1075 hectares of vineyards in Mendoza divided into seven areas from 630m to 1000mts above sea level. They have a very well knowed range of products and is one of the most knowed argentinean winery in the world. In the “Iscay”, Michell Rollad is winemaker and the trapiche Malbec Single vineyard is another very good ranked wine. About red wine Varietal character (Appellation America) [Requires a subscription payment for information.] Wines of Argentina Argentina has been making wine since the 1500s, tracing its wine heritage back to Spain, France and, perhaps surprisingly, Italy. Italian immigration is second only to Spanish in Argentine culture, and the flavors of Italy show up strongly in the nation’s wine, food and cultural tradition. Historically, Argentina has kept much of its wine consumption at home, drinking most of the wine it makes. But we are now seeing more very serious Argentine wines north of the border, and Malbec is leading the movement. The wine-making region in Argentina ranges between the 22° and 42° South latitude. It spreads at the foothills of the Andean mountain range along over 2,400 km; from the province of Salta to the province of Río Negro, with a variety of climates and soils that makes each region a unique land. In general terms, the areas dedicated to vine cultivation are dry and arid with a low level of rain and humidity, determining factor as regards grape health. Abundant sunny days and thermal amplitude favor a good maturity and concentration of aroma and color in the grain. Soils are deep, permeable and poor in organic matter, decisive qualities at the time of obtaining good wine. Due to the low rain regime, irrigation is necessary. Water comes from the Andean range thaw, descending in the shape of rivers to become channels or ditches. Undoubtedly, the combination of these factors turns Argentina into a veritable oasis for the highest quality wine-making. Nevertheless, there is still a long way to go. Wine-making in Argentina, at the level that it achieves today, has a young history that goes back to a little more than 10 years ago. Technological progress, investment and some farsighted businessmen enabled a determining transformation. The province of Mendoza is the most traditional area in the viticultural industry, and is diverse enough to be divided into zones, according to their significantly different weather, height and soil characteristics. These include the Northern Zone, which is suitable for fruity whites and young reds, at a height from 600 to 700m; the Eastern Zone, with a height ranging from 600 to 700m, and the most productive zone in the province; the Uco Valley, a zone of colder weather and higher altitudes (between 800 and 1,400m over sea level); San Rafael, with heights ranging from 450 to 800m; and the High Zone of the Mendoza River, with heights ranging from 800 to 1,100m over sea level and various microclimates, this is the zone where almost all noble varieties have easily become adapted. It is a region that is remarkably well-suited to vine culture, protected from the Pacific’s cooling influence by the Andes and enjoying a long summer of cool nights and warm days, with a dry summer climate but plenty of water available from the region’s rivers. Malbec in particular is outstanding from this area, and it has clearly emerged as the star, the darling of both consumers and critics. Wines of Mendoza Argentine Malbec Producers |
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