Montchenot, "15 Años", Vino Tinto Gran Reserva - 2007

Name: Montchenot, "15 Años", Vino Tinto Gran Reserva
Brand: Montchenot
SKU: 50736
Price: 59.96 USD
Availability: InStock

Item # 50736 750 mL

A dry red blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Malbec that aged for 36 months in large Nancy oak vats. Then moved to stainless steel, and finally bottled for the last 6 years of its aging process. A refined, earthy, Old World style that evokes Rioja with Argentine flair. Pair with bife de lomo and chimichurri.

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Color

Red

Vintage

2007

Country

Argentina

Region

Mendoza

Producer

Montchenot

Grape Variety

Cabernet Sauvignon

Malbec

Merlot

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