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LA GRAINE WINES combines the gentleness of our terroirs with the latest technology
and the newest enology in Argentina.
An entrepreneur that was born in Las Pintadas, Uco Valley. This is a dynamic, young project in which the Astié Family and Ballester Family united their passions for wine.
La Graine Wines seeks to express the full potential of Argentinian terroirs, with constant care of its vineyards, together with experienced professionals and their own unique style – essential elements for the achievement of great wines.
When Fernando Astié, a French winemaker, arrived from Montpelier to Argentina, he grew his first vineyard in Mendoza and built a winery, where the whole family worked.
The new generations took other paths, until Carlos Astié and his family (4th generation), together with the Ballester Family, took up the family legacy.
LA GRAINE, the seed planted by their great grandfather.
Our vineyards are located in Mendoza’s main wine areas, looking for the maximum expresion of the terroir.
Las Pintadas – Uco Valley
20 hectares, varietals: Malbec, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. Vineyard located at 1100 MASL. Sandy loam soil with good drainage and high calcareous content.
Coquimbito – Maipú
20 hectares, varietals: Malbec and Chardonnay. Vineyard located at 850 MASL, in the well known “Mendoza´s First Wine Area”, birthplace of some of the best wineries. Sandy loam soil rich in organic material.
TASTING NOTE
Young fresh wine with intense fruity aromas. Purplish red in color with good structure and soft tannins. Ideal to pair with red meats and dishes with creamy sauces.
ALCOHOL
13,5 % v/v
TOTAL ACIDITY
5 g/l
PH
3,8
VINEYARD
Blend of terroirs from our vineyards in
Coquimbito, Maipú and Las Pintadas, Uco Valley,
two of the most recognized in Mendoza.
WINEMAKING
Hand-sorting of clusters. Alcoholic fermentation
at 25°C (77°F) with wild yeasts in stainless steel
tanks for 15 days. Malolactic fermentation takes
place immediately after the alcoholic fermentation
for 30 days.
100% MALBEC
VINEYARD
Las Pintadas, Tupungato Uco Valley, Mendoza.
Own Vineyards located at the foot of the Andes
Mountain range at 1100 masl.
WINEMAKING
Hand-sorting of clusters. Alcoholic fermentation
at 15°C (59°F) with wild yeasts in stainless steel
for 15 days. No malolactic fermentation is made.
TASTING NOTE
It is a fresh, seductive wine. Its pale pink color is
given by its short contact with the skin during
maceration. On the nose, white flowers and fresh
fruit such as raspberry and cherry are perceived.
Ideal as an aperitif or to accompany white meats,
cheeses and salads.
TOTAL ACIDITY
6,2 g/l
VINEYARD
Las Pintadas, Tupungato Uco Valley, Mendoza.
Own Vineyards located at the foot of the Andes
Mountain range at 1100 masl.
WINEMAKING
Hand-sorting of clusters at the winery. Alcoholic fermentation at 15°C (59°F) with wild yeasts in concrete tanks for 20 days.
TASTING NOTE
A fresh, delicate wine with intense fruity aromas. Its
balanced acidity awakens the senses, while citrus
and tropical notes achieve a great expression.
It goes very well with white meats such as
poultry, fish and shellfish.
ALCOHOL
13 % v/v
TOTAL ACIDITY
3,96 g/l
PH
3,28
VINEYARD
Las Pintadas, Tupungato Uco Valley, Mendoza.
Own Vineyards located at the foot of the Andes
Mountain range at 1100 masl.
WINEMAKING
Hand-sorting of clusters. Alcoholic fermentation at 25°C (77°F) with wild yeasts in stainless steel tanks for 15 days.
Malolactic fermentation takes place immediately after the alcoholic fermentation
for 30 days.
TASTING NOTE
Purplish red in color with aromas of red and black fruits. Expressive, elegant and friendly in the mouth, with a persistent finish. It is suggested to pair with red meats, stews, pasta and chocolate.
ALCOHOL
13,5 % v/v
TOTAL ACIDITY
5 g/l
PH
3,8
VINEYARD
Ancient vines located in Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo – Mendoza
WINEMAKING
Manual selection of clusters.
Pre-fermantative maceration in cold for three days. Alcoholic fermantation for 20 days at 25°C
(3 remounts per day)
and at 30°C for the last two days.
Afterwards the wine rests for two and a half weeks
with the hat, enabling a malolactic natural
fermentation.
TASTING NOTE
It´s an elegant wine with a brief aging in oak.
With great aromatic intensity, reminiscent of
spices and pepper.
In mouth, herbaceous and red fruits notes can be distinguished, typical of this variety. With great structure, breadth and balanced acidity.
Pairs with red grilled meats, pasta with bolognesa,
duck and lamb.
ALCOHOL
13,2 % v/v
TOTAL ACIDITY
4,8 g/l
PH
3,76
VINEYARD
Blend of Terroir
Las Pintadas, Valle de Uco 60% Malbec Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo 40% Cabernet Franc
WINEMAKING
Manual selection of clusters.
Pre-fermantative maceration in cold for three days. Alcoholic fermantation for 20 days at 25°C
(3 remounts per day)
and at 30°C for the last two days.
Afterwards the wine rests for two and a half weeks
with the hat, enabling a malolactic natural
fermentation.
TASTING NOTE
It is an elegant blend where black fruits, stone fruits, graphite and minty notes can be found, characteristic of the freshness of the Cabernet Franc. With structure, breadth and a persistent ending in mouth.
Pairs very well with red meats, greasy fish and stews.
ALCOHOL
13,2 % v/v
TOTAL ACIDITY
6,4 g/l
PH
3,65
VINEYARD
Las Pintadas, Tupungato Uco Valley, Mendoza.
Own Vineyards located at the foot of the Andes
Mountain range at 1100 masl.
WINEMAKING
Hand-sorting of clusters at the winery.
Pre-fermentation for 12 hours at 10°C (50°F) in the tank. Alcoholic fermentation for 20 days at 15°C (59°F) with natural yeasts in concrete tanks.
TASTING NOTE
Pale green-yellow in color with great aromatic intensity. Its balance of sweetness and acidity enhance its fruity personality. It is an elegant, persistent wine with a long finish.
It pairs very well with fish, shellfish and Asian foods. Also, it is good with soft cheese and as an aperitif.
ALCOHOL
13,5 % v/v
TOTAL ACIDITY
3,95 g/l
PH
3,32
VINEYARD
80 years old vine, located in Alto Verde, San Martín – Mendoza
WINEMAKING
Hand-sorting of clusters and berry optics. Vatting of whole berries, defined by pre fermentation maceration, defined by tasting (between 24 to 48 hours). Devatting and gentle pressing with a pneumatic press.
Fermentation between 15° and 20° C for 20 days in stainless steel tanks.
With selected non-genetically modified yeasts. Without malolactic fermentation.
TASTING NOTE
Italian variety with aromatic charm where orange flowers, fruits and nuts come together. With and unctuous and sparkling mouth that allows a long memory of the wine.
Pairs very well with hard spicy chesses, creamy rice and pasta.
ALCOHOL
12 % v/v
TOTAL ACIDITY
5,81 g/l
PH
3,66
MALBEC
VINEYARD
Las Pintadas, Tupungato Uco Valley, Mendoza.
Own Vineyards located at the foot of the Andes
Mountain range at 1100 masl.
WINEMAKING
Hand-sorting of clusters. Alcoholic fermentation at 25°C (77°F) with natural yeasts in stainless steel tanks for 15 days. Malolactic fermentation takes place immediately after the alcoholic fermentation for 30 days.
CRIANZA
8 meses en barricas de roble francés.
TASTING NOTE
Deep violet red in color. Very expressive in nose with red fruits and spices aromas. Its 8 months of aging in french oak barrels give as a result soft and silky tannins. Great structure and breadth, with an elegant and persistent finish in mouth. Ideal for red meats, pasta with sauces and risottos. It also goes very well with chocolate desserts.
ALCOHOL
14 % v/v
TOTAL ACIDITY
3,95 g/l.
PH
3,32
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