For lovers of wintery, chilly nights meant for cozying up by the fire, this is a wine to fuel your passions on Valentine’s Day. Best enjoyed with someone you love.
Santa Julia Reserva Malbec 2020
Malbec 100%
Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina
Manual harvest in plastic boxes or bins during the last week of April
V I N I F I C AT I O N
Classic fermentation with selected yeasts from our vineyards at 25 ° C. Maceration for 20 days. Part of the wine is aged in French oak barrels for 10 months.
T AS T I N G N OT E S
Colour
Dark violet, with bluish reflections.
Aroma
Nose with typical Malbec aromas, with a fresh and fruity profile reminiscent of red and black fruits such as cherries, plums and blackberries.
Flavour
Medium bodied, with friendly tannins and balanced acidity. Fruity and spicy finish.
2018 90+ pts
2018 91 pts
2018 90 pts
2018 92 pts
2019 93 pts
SANTA JULIA RESERVA
The Reserve line is elaborated with grapes from the Valle de Uco.
The combination of cool climate, heterogeneous soils, and altitudes as high as 1400 meters above sea level, and a rich tradition of grape cultivation, make this region a unique place for producing wines born at the foot of the Andes Mountains.
Aromas of mature fruits typical of this variety, smoky notes that denote it´s time in oak barrels.
93 Points, Decanter – (2016 and 2017 vintage) “Pure and clean, with a beautiful nose. Some floral aromas and notes of aromatic herbs. A vibrant palate, juicy and delicious.” (August 2017)
Examples of great pairings: Grilled Steak, Roast Beef, Rack of Lamb, Lamb Shank, Osso Bucco, Sharp Cheddar
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$19.99 available at BC Liquor Stores
Deep red purple colour; aromas of plum, blackberry and cassis, with notes of honey, chocolate and blood orange; dry, medium-plus bodied, rich and plush on the palate, with balanced tannin structure, flavours of ripe black plum with notes of black currant, honey, coffee and citrus.
Mendoza, Argentina
Taste Profile
Flavours
Plum, Berry, Honey
Sweetness **
Body ****
Flavour Intensity **
Tannins ***
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“Who is Santa Julia?” People who visit our winery often ask this question. Well, I’m Julia. My name is on one of the very first wines made by my family.
Santa Julia and I grew up together. We belong to the same family. We share the same values. We enjoy being part of joyous occasions, get-togethers, and large tables. Santa Julia and I are always looking for quality in what we do, we have a bond with the land that watched us grow, and we believe in the importance of taking care of it. We are committed to being useful to our community and its people.”
Julia Zuccardi
A Family Affair.
Santa Julia Winery was born in 1990 as a tribute to José Alberto Zuccardi’s only daughter, Julia.
Founded in her honor, Santa Julia embodies our commitment to attain the highest quality levels by means of sustainable practices that contribute to the preservation of the environment and prove useful to the community we live in.
Santa Julia in the World.
Santa Julia started being exported in 1991, and since then, it´s growth in different markets around the world. Currently, it is represented in more than 45 countries.
#ItMattersToUs
“It matters to us” epitomizes the way we see life, interpret the world, and get things done. We are committed to every decision we make in an effort to maintain the quality of our wines and take care of both those working with us and the world around us. At Santa Julia Winery we are a large family of people who are passionate about our land, our grapes and our wine.
Organic Winegrowing
Organic winegrowing brings together tradition, innovation and science in the interest of our shared environment, promoting fair trade practices (as put forth by the Fair for Life certification) and a good quality of life for everyone involved.
The use of herbicides is not allowed, which means weeding is done mechanically (using tractors, disc harrows and string trimmers) or manually (using hoes).
Pest control is carried out using mineral fungicides.
