Altos las Hormigas Bonarda Colonia las Liebres (2007)
| Winery: | Altos Las Hormigas |
| Region: | Argentina » Mendoza » Lujan de Cuyo |
| Varietal: | Bonarda |
| Type: | Table Wines |
The property is situated in the township of Lujan de Cuyo, on a gentle slope at about 800 meters above sea level, facing the Andes range in the East, protected westward by a minor geological fold. The estate's total area is 206 hectares, 45 of which planted. The only varietal planted is Malbec, clones are obtained from careful field selection. The vineyards have a density of over 4,000 plants per hectare, and were planted between 1996 and 1999, free of root stock and raised with the guyot method. At the heart of the property stands the 2,000 square meter cellar with its capacity for 16,000 hectolitres plus approximately 900 hectolitre capacity in small oak. Completed in 2001, the cellar was designed to have minimal impact on the territory, respecting the local traditional architecture. Inside, however, it is designed to achieve the very best technical conditions, such as temperature control, hygienic impeccability and a streamlined functionality with respect to all wine making processes. Indeed, Read more »
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I posted 6 photos on Facebook in the album "Malbec World Day 17 April, 2013" http://t.co/rJVl70HibG
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Tasting isnt the most unpleasant part of winemaking but undoubtedly one of the most crucial via @LeoErazoLynch http://t.co/rtwXaKxDU6
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Making wine involves big ideas, a constant care of the vineyard, and above all a good coordination between them.... http://t.co/x2u6qc916j
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A day of rest for the world, while the wine never stops its work. http://t.co/k4N5EW0CaR
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