Sacromonte

Tannat Reserva

Uruguay, Maldonado

2022

Tannat Reserva
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Only 1,300 bottles of Sacromonte Tannat Reserva are made from low yielding French vines planted in Uruguay. This fresh, exciting Tannat shows dark fruits, black olive, cloves and chocolate. A light winemaking touch allows 750 million-year-old sedimentary limestone and sandstone rocks that have morphed into marbles and quartzites, to shine.

Tannat Reserva

A wine that encapsulates the essence and terroir of our winery.

First produced in 2018, this wine comes from A-grade vines imported from France, known for their low yield and high concentration, ensuring exceptional intensity and complexity in each bottle.

Our Tannat 2022 originates from a limited 1-hectare plot, yielding around 1,300 bottles annually, reflecting a commitment to quality over quantity. Initially, the wine was aged for five months in stainless steel tanks, a deliberate choice to preserve the purity and fruit-forward profile. Subsequently, in a quest to enhance its structure and depth without compromising its fruity character, the wine was transferred to first-use, untoasted French oak barrels. There, it matured for an additional 14 months, subtly integrating the oak's influence with the natural power of the Tannat.

Tannat 2022 serves as a memorable testament to the distinctive character of our winery.

Bottled in October 2023, our Tannat 2022 now presents a balanced and sophisticated expression, ideal for those who appreciate full-bodied wines yet respect the original varietal expression. We invite each of you to discover and enjoy the complexity and elegance of this exceptional wine, which not only speaks of its origin but also of our enological philosophy.

The vineyard

The vineyard has a north-south orientation, with north-facing vineyards being the sunniest aspect in the Southern Hemisphere. The soil has been extensively analyzed by international geologists, revealing that the vineyard is on rocks from the Zanja del Tigre Formation, belonging to the Lavalleja Group, with an approximate age of 750 million years. This formation consists of a sedimentary sequence of limestones and sandstones that, over time, have undergone metamorphic alterations, resulting in the marbles, quartzites, and micaceous schists found on the surface.

Tasting
NOTES

A fresh and exciting style of Tannat which is acidity-driven with verve and grip. The fruit is purple; plum, red cherry, slightly toasted and with clove and black olive nuances. It has depth but also a lightness of touch. As well as showing chocolate the palate is dry, juicy with crisp acidity and high fruit intensity. Smooth tannins add complexity and there's a long finish. A good example of the variety showing finesse and gentle touch on the wine-making side.

Food
PAIRINGS

The verve and freshness of this red would suit pan fried duck breast with a red wine and morello cherry sauce, but it would pair equally well with stewed pork cheeks with sweet spices and a fresh green salad.

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