Deep ruby color; cherry, plum, red and black fruits, fig, raisin, blackberry, blueberry, black olives, dark chocolate, spice, oak, black pepper on the nose and palate.
Dry; sleek tannins and moderate balancing acidity. Medium-plus body. Blend of 60% malbec, 20% cabernet sauvignon, 10% syrah, 10% merlot, all organically grown with Ecocert certification. Delivers structure and well poised fruits leading to a palate pleasuring finish. Suffused with finesse and energy. Perfect for red wine lovers. 14.5% ABV
The Bousquet family has four generations of winemaking experience. They arrived in Mendoza, Argentina, from France in 1990 and fell in love with the possibilities. They purchased land in the foothills of the Andes in 1997 in the Tupungato Valley, elevation 4,000 feet, one of the higher altitude vineyards in Argentina and the world. The climate is very dry, allowing Domaine Bousquet to have excellent water control through drip irrigation using meltwater from nearby Andes Mountains.
The winery is one of the world’s most awarded fully organic operations. As their website states: “We are dedicated to farming organically while improving our land’s biodiversity. We believe that the healthier the vineyard, the better the fruit and of course the wine. In other words, by nourishing the land and treating it with respect, we know that the land will give us back its finest fruits.” And: “Organic crops are grown in harmony with nature without using any chemicals such as pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers. Organic agriculture uses natural fertilizers such as compost.”
The Bronco Wine Company is the U.S. distributor. Bronco is a major U.S. wine maker—best known for “Two Buck Chuck”—but they also represent more serious brands, such as this one, and have a long history of distributing imported wines in the U.S. The big advantage for Domaine Bousquet is Bronco’s robust distribution capabilities in the U.S. You should be able to find this wine at your wine store, and certainly online.
Domaine Bousquet Ameri Red Blend, Gualtallary Single Vineyard 2020 is a polished, voluptuous celebration of higher elevation Mendoza red fruit. Creamy easy drinker, great mouthfeel. Fresh and vibrant from initial attack through wonderful, sophisticated finish. A sensational wine you should seek out. Pair with grilled and roasted beef. Lamb. Wild game—venison in particular. Pork tenderloin. Smoked meats. Roasted root vegetables, sautéed mushrooms. Cheese—blue cheese, aged cheddar, aged manchego, brie, camembert, aged gouda, gruyère, asiago, provolone. $40-50
