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Kevin's comments: Ciclos Malbec Merlot is
a fantastic full bodied red from the world renouned Michel Torino. Smooth
silky and full of rich berried fruit.
MICHEL TORINO CICLOS MALBEC MERLOT
This partly owned family company, has recently embarked on a serious
investment programme at the winery and has also planted 1,500 hectares of
vineyards.
The bodega is situated in the foothills of the Andes in the Cafayate region
around Salta in Northwest Argentina in one of the most scenic regions of this
country. The vineyards are planted at 1,700 metres making them the highest
commercial sites in the world. Cool climate plays a key part with great
variations between night and day time temperatures, slowing down the ripening
cycle and ensuring the development of good varietal character. The
hallmark of Salta red wines is the great intensity of colour while the white
wines, Torrontes in particular, are fresh and appealing.
Michel Torino is well recognised on the international market and is renowned
for its excellent wine quality, elegant label design and premium
presentation.
CICLOS MALBEC MERLOT
Grapes: 50% Malbec and 50% Merlot
Vinification: 80% of the wine was aged during 15 months in both French
and American barrels. 13.5% Alcohol
Colour: Intense and shiny ruby red with violet edges and a profound
background.
Tasting Note: Fruity aromas outstand with notes of plums and ripen
morello cherries. Then, other sweet hints such as chocolate and vanilla
from the oak spelling. Mint notes from the merlot hint at the end.
Soft and silky entry full of rounded and well balanced tannins. Plums and
mint notes prevail together with a sweet tobacco aftertaste and marmalade notes
from the Malbec.
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