Haras de Pirque By Antinori Cabernet Sauvignon Albis

Origin :

Haras de Pirque vineyards, Upper Maipo valley (Sub Maipo region). The vines were planted in 1992. The parcels are continuously selected by the special flavors and ripeness of the fruit. Focus vineyard management to maximize grape quality. Yield average 5,5 tons/ha.

Vintage Conditions :

The 2006 vintage in Upper Maipo Valley presented cooler conditions than previous years. Also it was preceded by a cool spring and summer, resulting in a lighter crop and
fresher wines. No periods of rains or frosts during the ripening period, so we were able to wait full tannin ripeness.

Vinification :

Cabernet sauvignon grapes undergo cold maceration for 5 days, after yeast are inoculated a traditional vinification takes place, where the purpose is to enhance the natural
concentration and ripeness of the grapes, expressing all their potential. Alcoholic fermentation and maceration are made in French oak vats for a total period of 20 days. The wine was blended on December of the same year and racked again to new French barrels for 18 months in total.