Identity
| Producer | Bodegas Salentein |
| Year | 2022 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 100% Malbec |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Deep ruby red, purplish hues |
| Aroma | Plums, blackberries, red fruit, hint of vanilla, cinnamon, cloves |
| Palate | Fresh flavors of redcurrant and black cherry, sweet round tannins, natural acidity, fruity sensation, rounded ripe tannins |
| Finish | Long finish with notes of cinnamon and cloves, sweet and lingering |
| Food Pairing | Grilled steak, roasted meats, barbecued dishes, hard cheeses, roasted vegetables |
| Serving Temp | 16-18 |
| Aging Potential | 3-5 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
LOW
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 13.6 |
| Total Acidity | 5.4 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 1.80 |
| pH | 3.6 |
| Aging Process | Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with cold maceration at 45-50°F for 10-15 days |
| Fermentation | Fermentation lasts 10 to 15 days in stainless steel tanks with cold maceration at 45-50°F |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 1050-1700 |
| Soil | Stony soils with great temperature variation and ideal solar exposure |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness |
Interesting facts
| Portillo means 'path' or 'gateway'; the winery uses a gravity-flow system and is located on a high plateau in Uco Valley, Mendoza |