2019 Cuvelier Los Andes Cuvée Nature Blend Valle de Uco

A blend of 55% Malbec and 45% Merlot from estate vineyards in the Uco Valley, Vista Flores, Tunuyán, Mendoza, Argentina.  As in previous winters 2018 was pretty dry with very little snowfall on the Andes.

However, the spring months were within the temperature and precipitation annual averages. A dry and windy period during the flowering cycle delivered an excellent fruit set as well as healthy and perfectly shaped clusters. During summer, February recorded unusually low precipitations and an abundance of sun which generated a strong sugar synthesis. March turned outdo be cooler than usual which preserved the acidity, slowed down the sugars and allowed a good phenolic ripening. At harvest time, the grapes

showed good maturity and balance with slightly less concentration and a little more acidity than in previous years. Despite its challenges, the 2019 vintage offers our signature taste profile with a little extra freshness.