COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Criolla
PRODUCER
Montlaiz
REGION
Mendoza
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Diente de León Criolla 2022 by Montlaiz is a red wine from Mendoza, Argentina, produced by a family winery founded in 1904. The wine is part of Montlaiz's 'Diente de León' line, emphasizing organic and sustainable winemaking. The winery is committed to environmental stewardship, utilizing solar energy and holding Fair Trade certification. The grapes are sourced from their own vineyards in the Maipú, Junín, and San Martin regions of Mendoza, located at the foothills of the Andes mountains. This wine is also noted for being vegan-friendly.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Fair Trade certified and vegan-friendly.
Fact 02
Uses solar energy for production.
Fact 03
Family winery since 1904.
Fact 04
Pioneers in organic Argentine wine.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Diente de León Criolla 2022 is produced using 100% organic Criolla grapes harvested by hand. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks and concrete vats at temperatures between 24°C and 27°C, with a total maceration period of 10 days, utilizing selected organic yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in stainless steel and concrete, without the use of oak. The winery emphasizes sustainable practices, including organic farming and the use of solar energy.
