ECO VALLEY
Famatina Valley, La Rioja
Argentina
The Valle de la Puerta Vineyard was established in 1994, and now has 150 hectares under vine. Located in the Famatina Valley, the property sits between the Famatina and Velasco Mountain ranges, which branch off the Andes.
A special microclimate, with hot and dry summer days and cool nights, combines with the clean air and desert-like topography of the valley to ensure outstanding ripening conditions for grapes.
Rain is scarce with only 4 to 8 inches per year and for this reason the winery has to source its water for irrigation from 200 meter wells. The winery was built in 2002 and is one of the most modern and technologically advanced wineries of its type in Argentina.
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PRODUCTS
Clasico Torrontes
Tasting notes
Powerful honeysuckle and other floral aromas are characteristic of this unique wine, the grapes for which are grown almost exclusively in Argentina. It has an elegant pale yellow color
with hints of green, while on the palate crisp acidity provides a cleanliness and platform for the citrus flavors. Finishes clean and refreshing, with more floral hints
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Clasico Cabernet Sauvignon
Tasting notes
Intense and complex aromas have hints of cherry, blackberry and a touch of ripened green pepper. A reddish-‐purple color stands out in the glass. Full-‐bodied on the palate, with well integrated acidity and a nice tannic structure that provides a long and lasting finish.
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Clasico Malbec
Tasting notes
Deep red color. Aromas full of fruit with hints of violets mingle with flavors of ripened plum and cherries accompanying this wine's characteristically smooth and sweet tannins. This unique and delightful Malbec is well-balanced across the palate with a long and persistent finish.
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Clasico Syrah
Tasting notes
This wine has an intense red color with bright violet tones as well as a complex bouquet of fresh and sour cherry aromas. The fresh fruits of this well-balanced wine also come through on the palate and blend with proper acidity to ensure a long, persistent finish.
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Alta Torrontes
Tasting notes
Strikingly aromatic. Bright green-gold color showing vibrant floral aromas of jasmine and honeysuckle, and crisp citrus notes on the palate. Its great balance makes this elegant wine an incredible match when paired with spicy foods, particularly those from South-East Asia.
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Alta Bonarda
Tasting notes
The wine is a rich deep red in color, whilst the nose shows vibrant plum with flower nuances. There is an abundance of juicy fruit on the palate with perfectly integrated oak and fine tannins with each element impeccably balanced.
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Alta Malbec
Tasting notes
Dark ruby red in color, this wine shows ripe fruit characteristics of plum, blackberry and mulberry with hints of mocha and vanilla in oak. The palate is silky smooth with juicy berry fruit balanced with soft and rounded tannins for an elegant long finish.
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Alta Malbec/Bonarda (Organic)
Tasting notes
This wine has an intense black-red color with purple hues and aromas of ripe plums. A velvety sensation and subtle character in the palate lead to a great lingering finish. Complexity of aromas and taste define the typical features of this varietal.
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Reserva Bonarda
Tasting notes
This wine has an intense black-red color with purple hues and aromas of ripe plums. A velvety sensation and subtle character in the palate lead to a great lingering finish. Complexity of aromas and taste define the typical features of this varietal.
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Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon
Tasting notes
Intense ruby red color with a powerful nose that unleashes loads of red fruit full of plums and a characteristic spiciness. This richly structured Cab is full bodied with a great balance and multi-layered finish.
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Reserva Malbec
Tasting notes
Brilliant intense red color with violet highlights. Aromas full of red fruits with hints of smoke reflect its aging with oak. Complex on the palate, well-structured and full bodied with a lengthy finish. Its rounded tannins show their presence and give it a unique character.
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Gran reserva Malbec/Bonarda/Syrah Blend
Tasting notes
This wine has an intense black-red color with purple hues. Aromas full of red fruits with hints of smoke reflect its aging with oak. Complex on the palate, well-structured with a lengthy finish. Its rounded tannins show their presence and give it a unique character with a great balance and multi-layered finish.
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Gran reserva Bonarda single vineyard
Tasting notes
Super dark almost black color with purple highlights. A complex bouquet of red fruits with a touch of violets combine perfectly with a subtle scent of chocolate and leather which
continues through on the palate. Powerful and full bodied on the palate yet retaining the soft and silky mouth-feel characteristic of this noble variety lead you to a rounded and
persistent finish.
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Gran reserva Bordeaux Blend
Tasting notes
An enchanting multi-layered blend. Aromas of black currant and dark cherries combine in perfect harmony with its lightly toasted flavors of cherry, mocha and a hint of herbs. Soft well balanced tannins add complexity to a stylish silky finish.
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Las Lajas Malbec
Tasting notes
Bright dark red color with aromas full of fruit with hints of violets and pepper. Flavours of ripened plum and cherry accompany this wine's characteristically smooth and sweet tannins. This unique and delightful Malbec is well-‐balanced across the palate with a long and persistent finish.