Carmela Benegas
Mendoza, Argentina
Every season is rosé season with this brilliant, ruby-hued rosé
ABOUT THIS WINE:
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
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 ...
WINE REGION:
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
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:
Pairs well with…
Smoked Salmon, Casseroles, Thai, Italian
Pairs well with…
Smoked Salmon, Casseroles, Thai, Italian
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Smoked Salmon, Casseroles, Thai, Italian
Pairs well with…
Smoked Salmon, Casseroles, Thai, Italian