Luca was born out of Laura Catena’s vision of creating small batch wines of artisan quality, true to their individual terroirs. She is a pioneer in Mendoza for working closely with small growers to grow very high-quality grapes from some of Argentina’s best old-vine, low-yield, high elevation vineyards. Each varietal delivers power along with complexity and finesse. They are the ultimate expression of rigorous vineyard management, viticultural experimentation, strict irrigation controls, skilled winemaking, and a quest for quality at any cost. 

This 2016 Historia de Familia was harvested from vineyards in Gualtallary and Paraje Altamira in the Uco Valley. 80% of the blend is aged in oak barrels for 12 months, and 20% in stainless steel tanks. Notes of dark licorice, violet and blueberry on the nose. Full-bodied with excellent tannins, balanced by good acidity. Try with grilled flank steak, roasted venison or oven roasted eggplant.