BRESSIA
"MONTEAGRELO"
CABERNET FRANC
"A vibrant and spicy Cabernet Franc that captures the energy of the stony soil in an elegant and characterful structure."
The Heart of Los Chacayes
This label faithfully interprets the tension and energy of one of Argentina's most coveted areas. Walter Bressia's hand tames the wild power of Los Chacayes Cabernet Franc to offer an elegant wine, yet with an undeniable living force. A varietal that stands out for its typicity, mineral freshness, and impeccable tannic structure designed to last.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Bressia Casa de Vinos.
- Origin: Los Chacayes, Uco Valley, Mendoza.
- Terroir: Alluvial and cobblestone soils (>1,100 masl).
- Aging: 12 months in French oak barrels.
- Style: Characterful red, spicy and mineral.
- Volume: 750 ml | 14.5% Alc. Vol.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Deep ruby red color with intense and bright purplish hues.
Nose: Great varietal typicity. Aromas of roasted red peppers, black pepper, and wild herbs (thyme and jarilla), accompanied by ripe black fruits and a subtle smoky background.
Palate: Powerful and straightforward entry. Firm, fine-grained tannins that provide an impeccable structure. It presents a balanced acidity that refreshes the palate with a long, spicy, and very elegant finish.
3. Varietal Character
BODY (ROBUST) [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
SPICY (HIGH TYPICITY) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
PERSISTENCE (LONG) [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
AGING POTENTIAL [ 8 - 12 YEARS ]
4. Specialty Pairing
Suggested Harmony: Ideal for pairing with rosemary lamb, pepper-crusted beef cuts, or gourmet choripán. Its spicy profile harmonizes perfectly with meat stews, confit duck, or wild boar loin.
Ideal Moment: Specialty roasts or dinners that require a wine with great personality and presence.
Temperature: Serve ideally at **16°C**.
5. Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Cabernet Franc from Los Chacayes special?
Los Chacayes is one of the stonier and highest areas of the Uco Valley. Its alluvial soils provide an unparalleled tannic tension and mineral freshness, resulting in vibrant, energetic wines with a very pronounced terroir identity.
What is the aging potential of this wine?
Bressia Monteagrelo Cabernet Franc has a firm tannic structure and natural acidity that allow it to evolve favorably in the cellar for a period of 8 to 12 years.