GAUCHEZCO "Oro" - Malbec - Mendoza - Argentina
GAUCHEZCO "Oro" - Malbec - Gualtallary, Uco Valley - Mendoza - Argentina
Deep black-violet colour. Intensely young and pure aromas of blackberry, blueberry combined with floral and spicy notes, together with marked mineral notes. In the mouth it has a great structure and power, with a straight up mid palate. The great acidity enhances the tannins and refreshes the palate.
Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
ARGENTINA
Mendoza, Uco Valley
Malbec
Product Description
Description
Deep black-violet colour. Intensely young and pure aromas of blackberry, blueberry combined with floral and spicy notes, together with marked mineral notes. In the mouth it has a great structure and power, with a straight up mid palate. The great acidity enhances the tannins and refreshes the palate.
Gauchezco Oro is a collection of wines from the best terroirs of Mendoza. The complexity of the terroir of Gualtallary in Tupungato, Uco Valley, produces grapes with great color and acidity resulting in wines with good structure, concentration and a unique texture.
Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
How to pair it
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Meat
Grilled red meats, carne "asada", ribeye steak.
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Cheese
A variety of hard and blue cheeses.
Accolades
Awards
Tim Atkin 92 Points
British Master of wine, wine critic and journalist, Tim Atkin is one of the most influential wine personnalities in Britain that writes for a number of publications (Decanter, Harpers, The Drinks Business) and regularly chairs the International Wine Challenge.
James Suckling 92 Points
As one of the most famous American wine critics and journalists, James Suckling is among the leading experts on wines and was a former editor for Wine Spectator. He now conducts his own personal reviews online and conferences
Critique Review
"Lots of blackberries with hints of hazelnuts and walnuts to this. Medium body. Medium, fine tannins and a delicious finish. Shows delicious energy. Drink or hold."
James Suckling, 2020.Wine Facts
| Product Type | Red Wine |
|---|---|
| Grape Varietal | Malbec |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Region | Mendoza, Uco Valley |
| Country | ARGENTINA |
| Winemakers | Mauricio Vegetti Lui |
| Producer | Gauchezco Vineyard & Winery |
| Average age of vines | 95 years |
| Production method | 7500 kgr/ha |
| Harvest method | Hand picked - Bunch selection in cases |
| Fermentation & maceration | Bunch selection, grapes were destemmed and crushed. Maceration before fermentation for 48 hrs. 12 days of alcoholic fermentation in small stainless steel tanks. Total maceration time of 21 days. |
| Aging | 70% of the wine is aged 12 months in first use small oak barrels (60% French, 30% American and 10% Hungarian.), 30% of the wine is 12 months in first use large French oak barrels. An extra 12 month in bottle before release. |
| Alcohol | 14.0% |
| Mouth Attribute | Balanced, Complex, Full-bodied, Powerful, Structured, Tannic |
| Nose Attribute | Dark Fruit, Floral, Mineral, Powerful, Spices, Black Berries |
| SKU | AR23 |
Vineyard Info
The roots of Gauchezco begin in our historic and legendary vineyard, founded in 1881 by the Governor of Mendoza Tiburcio Benegas in Barrancas – Maipú. Gauchezco symbolizes the true essence of the traditional gaucho culture from Argentina. Located in Mendoza, Argentina; in Barrancas – Maipu, the winery is situated in the region is considered part of the "primera zona" or the ""premier/first zone."" Our vineyards root back until the 18th century. Founded in 1881, our average old vine age is 90 years old with some blocks that are 100 years old. In total we are a 130 hectares vineyard and fully modern operating winery.
Gauchezco Oro is a collection of wines from the best terroirs of Mendoza. The complexity of the terroir (sand, lime, rocks) of Gualtallary in Tupungato, Uco Valley, at 1380 meters (4500 ft) a.s.l. produces grapes with great color and acidity, resulting in wines with vibrant structure, concentration and a unique texture.
Reviews & Ratings
Description
Deep black-violet colour. Intensely young and pure aromas of blackberry, blueberry combined with floral and spicy notes, together with marked mineral notes. In the mouth it has a great structure and power, with a straight up mid palate. The great acidity enhances the tannins and refreshes the palate.
Gauchezco Oro is a collection of wines from the best terroirs of Mendoza. The complexity of the terroir of Gualtallary in Tupungato, Uco Valley, produces grapes with great color and acidity resulting in wines with good structure, concentration and a unique texture.
Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
How to pair it
-
Meat
Grilled red meats, carne "asada", ribeye steak.
-
Cheese
A variety of hard and blue cheeses.
Awards
Tim Atkin 92 Points
British Master of wine, wine critic and journalist, Tim Atkin is one of the most influential wine personnalities in Britain that writes for a number of publications (Decanter, Harpers, The Drinks Business) and regularly chairs the International Wine Challenge.
James Suckling 92 Points
As one of the most famous American wine critics and journalists, James Suckling is among the leading experts on wines and was a former editor for Wine Spectator. He now conducts his own personal reviews online and conferences
Critique Review
"Lots of blackberries with hints of hazelnuts and walnuts to this. Medium body. Medium, fine tannins and a delicious finish. Shows delicious energy. Drink or hold."
James Suckling, 2020.| Product Type | Red Wine |
|---|---|
| Grape Varietal | Malbec |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Region | Mendoza, Uco Valley |
| Country | ARGENTINA |
| Winemakers | Mauricio Vegetti Lui |
| Producer | Gauchezco Vineyard & Winery |
| Average age of vines | 95 years |
| Production method | 7500 kgr/ha |
| Harvest method | Hand picked - Bunch selection in cases |
| Fermentation & maceration | Bunch selection, grapes were destemmed and crushed. Maceration before fermentation for 48 hrs. 12 days of alcoholic fermentation in small stainless steel tanks. Total maceration time of 21 days. |
| Aging | 70% of the wine is aged 12 months in first use small oak barrels (60% French, 30% American and 10% Hungarian.), 30% of the wine is 12 months in first use large French oak barrels. An extra 12 month in bottle before release. |
| Alcohol | 14.0% |
| Mouth Attribute | Balanced, Complex, Full-bodied, Powerful, Structured, Tannic |
| Nose Attribute | Dark Fruit, Floral, Mineral, Powerful, Spices, Black Berries |
| SKU | AR23 |
The roots of Gauchezco begin in our historic and legendary vineyard, founded in 1881 by the Governor of Mendoza Tiburcio Benegas in Barrancas – Maipú. Gauchezco symbolizes the true essence of the traditional gaucho culture from Argentina. Located in Mendoza, Argentina; in Barrancas – Maipu, the winery is situated in the region is considered part of the "primera zona" or the ""premier/first zone."" Our vineyards root back until the 18th century. Founded in 1881, our average old vine age is 90 years old with some blocks that are 100 years old. In total we are a 130 hectares vineyard and fully modern operating winery.
Gauchezco Oro is a collection of wines from the best terroirs of Mendoza. The complexity of the terroir (sand, lime, rocks) of Gualtallary in Tupungato, Uco Valley, at 1380 meters (4500 ft) a.s.l. produces grapes with great color and acidity, resulting in wines with vibrant structure, concentration and a unique texture.
