COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Mil Suelos
REGION
Cuyo
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Mil Suelos Buscado Vivo O Muerto El Cerro Blanco 2021 is a 100% Chardonnay from the Cuyo region of Mendoza, Argentina. This wine is part of a project dedicated to discovering and vinifying grapes from old, often overlooked vineyards. The 'El Cerro Blanco' bottling specifically showcases the unique characteristics of its vineyard site in Gualtallary, Tupungato. The producer, Mil Suelos, was founded by individuals with a deep understanding of Argentine viticulture, aiming to express the distinct voice of each terroir through their wines.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€22
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Passed
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
'Buscado Vivo o Muerto' translates to 'Looking for Alive or Dead,' reflecting the search for old vineyards.
Fact 02
Mil Suelos means 'Thousand Soils,' emphasizing their focus on diverse terroirs.
Fact 03
The project aims to tell the story of rescued vineyards through wine.
Fact 04
Founded by former colleagues from a renowned winery.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Mil Suelos Buscado Vivo O Muerto El Cerro Blanco 2021 is produced with a philosophy focused on expressing the unique terroir of its origin. The 'Buscado Vivo o Muerto' project involves searching for and reviving old vineyards, often co-fermenting different grape varieties present in these sites. Mil Suelos combines modern techniques with traditional winemaking methods, emphasizing minimal intervention to highlight the character of the vineyard. The wine originates from the 'El Cerro Blanco' vineyard in Gualtallary, Tupungato, Mendoza, a region known for its dry climate and mineral-rich soils.
