The Story of A Pinot Noir 2022

Located in the highlands of the Uco Valley, at the foot of the Andes Mountains, the Domaine Nico vineyard benefits from a cool climate characterized by significant temperature variations. The Pinot Noir vines are planted at altitude on poor alluvial soils, a mixture of pebbles, gravel, and limestone deposits that promote deep root development. This mountainous terroir, well-ventilated and bathed in sunshine, allows for a slow and even ripening of the grapes, preserving natural acidity and aromatic elegance, while imparting to the wines a remarkable purity and a distinct identity rooted in their Andean origins.

This wine reveals notes of crisp red berries , fresh cherry , and raspberry , complemented by floral touches reminiscent of violet and peony. Spicy nuances, with a hint of pepper and a touch of clove , blend with a discreet oak character evoking cedar and a subtle toasty note . On the palate, the wine remains elegant and silky, supported by lively acidity, fine tannins, and a long, precise, and refreshing finish.

Although Argentina is often considered part of the "New World," its winemaking tradition is much older than one might think, dating back to the Spanish colonization of the 16th century and later to Italian settlers. Unlike Chile, wine has long been an integral part of the country's culture. No other wine-producing country in the world made more progress in the latter years of the 20th century (in viticulture, oenology, and, of course, finance), which allowed the country's winemakers to raise quality levels and successfully establish an international export market. Argentina is now the fifth largest wine-producing country in the world, after France, Italy, Spain, and the United States. Viticulture is practiced primarily in the foothills of the Andes, particularly in Mendoza, where the desert landscapes and high altitudes combine to create aromatic and intensely flavorful wines. Some vineyards are even planted at altitudes of up to 3,000 meters! The terroir here is well-suited to the grape variety adopted by Argentina: the ubiquitous Malbec. Originally from Bordeaux, it is now the source of some of Argentina's most famous wines, characterized by their brilliance and intensity, with floral notes and dark fruit flavors. Other red varieties produced in Argentina include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bonarda, Syrah, Tempranillo, and Pinot Noir. Among white wines, the emblematic grape of the Argentine wine region is Torrontés, which yields a wine with a floral and tropical taste. The country also produces Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Grigio. Today, Argentine wines are recognized worldwide for their full-bodied reds and as being of high quality.