Estancia Los Cardones Tigerstone Garnacha – 2019

The “Tigerstone” Garnacha

5,500 feet
Garnacha
Natural yeast
93 points, Wine Advocate

Nestled in the northern part of the Calchaquí Valley in Tolombón, Estancia los Cardones plants their vineyards along the steep mountain slopes. This region, lush compared to the higher reaches of the valley, is rich in minerals, while its altitude discourages pests and molds. 

The Tigerstone wines are so called after the striped, angular rocks found in the highest lots in the Estancia los Cardones vineyards. These rocky surface stones force the vines to struggle, creating the lowest yields of any of their lots, and consequently the most concentrated grapes. The orientation of the vineyards, the intense sun and the stony soil favor the earliest maturity of the grapes; this is the first farm to harvest in the entire Calchaquí Valley. 

Light garnet color, with aromas of ripe red fruit with delicate floral notes. The mouthfeel is light and fresh, finishing with a bright, crisp acidity.