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2014 Cabernet Franc Rose

Carmela Benegas

Mendoza, Argentina

Every season is rosé season with this brilliant, ruby-hued rosé

$11.70
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ABOUT THIS WINE:

Carmela Benegas

Carmela Benegas

Cabernet Franc Rose

Although Federico Benegas Lynch began his winery in 1999, his family has winemaking roots in the Mendoza region of Argentina dating back to the 19th century. Federico purchased back the vineyard that his great-grandfather Don Tiburcio had planted, but which his family had lost during the turbulent 1970s. This refurbished vineyard, Finca Libertad, provides the grapes for this fruity rosé. The Cabernet Franc grape, a genetic parent of the noble Cabernet Sauvignon, is known for its peppery, herby qualities and aromatic complexity. For this Carmela Benegas rosé, the grape clusters are pressed quickly after harvest at cool temperatures—the skins are only in contact with the resulting juice for a short time to extract just a bit of color and structure. The result is a dry and refreshing rosé with a little more heft and structure than your typical pink wine.

A spicy, floral nose with ...

ABOUT THIS WINE

Carmela Benegas

Carmela Benegas

Cabernet Franc Rose

Although Federico Benegas Lynch began his winery in 1999, his family has winemaking roots in the Mendoza region of Argentina dating back to the 19th century. Federico purchased back the vineyard that his great-grandfather Don Tiburcio had planted, but which his family had lost during the turbulent 1970s. This refurbished vineyard, Finca Libertad, provides the grapes for this fruity rosé. The Cabernet Franc grape, a genetic parent of the noble Cabernet Sauvignon, is known for its peppery, herby qualities and aromatic complexity. For this Carmela Benegas rosé, the grape clusters are pressed quickly after harvest at cool temperatures—the skins are only in contact with the resulting juice for a short time to extract just a bit of color and structure. The result is a dry and refreshing rosé with a little more heft and structure than your typical pink wine.

A spicy, floral nose with ...

Carmela Benegas

WINE REGION:

Outline of Mendoza

Mendoza

Mendoza is the heart of Argentinian wine production. It was here where a previously little-known French grape variety called Malbec became a global superstar. With its extreme altitudes and Andean climate, Mendoza nurtures its vineyards in dramatic sun-drenched plateaus set against snow-capped peaks. At these elevations, the intense UV light ripens grapes in a unique way, working with the cold mountain air to create gloriously supple and expressive wines with bold yet brightly aromatic fruit. Mendoza's high-quality varietals from Bonarda, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are also notable, as are its fine Torrontés, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir from sub-regions such as Maipú, Luján de Cuyo and the Uco Valley.

WINE REGION

Outline of Mendoza

Mendoza

Mendoza is the heart of Argentinian wine production. It was here where a previously little-known French grape variety called Malbec became a global superstar. With its extreme altitudes and Andean climate, Mendoza nurtures its vineyards in dramatic sun-drenched plateaus set against snow-capped peaks. At these elevations, the intense UV light ripens grapes in a unique way, working with the cold mountain air to create gloriously supple and expressive wines with bold yet brightly aromatic fruit. Mendoza's high-quality varietals from Bonarda, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are also notable, as are its fine Torrontés, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir from sub-regions such as Maipú, Luján de Cuyo and the Uco Valley.

FLAVOR PROFILE:

Carmela Benegas 2014 Cabernet Franc Rose

Pairs well with…

Smoked Salmon, Casseroles, Thai, Italian

Body
2
Body
Acidity
1
Acidity
Sweetness
1
Sweetness
Tannin
1
Tannin
Ratings Out of 5

Pairs well with…

Smoked Salmon, Casseroles, Thai, Italian

FLAVOR PROFILE

Carmela Benegas 2014 Cabernet Franc Rose

Pairs well with…

Smoked Salmon, Casseroles, Thai, Italian

Body
2
Body
Acidity
1
Acidity
Sweetness
1
Sweetness
Tannin
1
Tannin
Ratings Out of 5

Pairs well with…

Smoked Salmon, Casseroles, Thai, Italian