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ARGENTINA
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Altosur
WINERY OVERVIEW
Produced by Finca Sophenia, Altosur means “high in the south.” Here, varieties are
grown at 3,937 feet/1,200 meters above sea level. Altosur provides an excellent,
high-quality example of New World wines with a distinctly Argentine character, at an
exceptional value.
LOCATION OF VINEYARD
The vineyard was planted in 1997 and is located on the slopes of the Andes Mountains
in the district of Tupungato, Mendoza, which produces some of the region’s highest
quality grapes. The vineyards were planted on virgin soil: sandy and rocky, with excellent
drainage. The results are wines of great complexity, great fruit concentration, and long
aging capability. All wines are estate-grown, produced, and bottled.
WINEMAKING PHILOSOPHY
Harvest is done by hand at cooler temperatures. The first selection process is carried
out in the vineyard, and the grapes are harvested in small crates to avoid causing any
damage to the berries. A second selection is performed at the cellar, where the best
grape clusters are chosen for vinification.
Owned by:
Roberto Luka
Winemaker:
German Masera
Founded in:
1997
Region:
Tupungato, Mendoza
Country:
Argentina
Wines:
Altosur, Cabernet Sauvignon
Altosur, Chardonnay
Altosur, Malbec
Altosur, Sauvignon Blanc
Altosur, Torrontes