| The Pedernal Valley is located southwest of the San Juan province, 56 miles from the San Juan City. The valley was formed by the tectonic movement with the separation of the Pedernal hill from the valley. The region has extremely high altitudes, ranging from 4,100 to 4,900 feet, and is bordered by the Argentine “Cordillera Oriental” mountain range and the Andes. The alluvial soil is made up of limestone and flint, with some sand and clay. Soil textures vary from sandy loam to silt loam. The low percentage of organic matter allows for optimal water retention and distribution, with good drainage and little compactness. These factors help create a soil ideal for balanced vineyard management and low yields. The cool, desert climate and high altitudes result in hugely varied temperature ranges, ensuring thicker skin development on the grapes and prolonging their ripening period. These conditions result in wines with more intense color, expressive aromas and flavors, good tannic structure and high natural acidity. 2015 was a favorable growing season, with little temerature fluctuation during the seasons. Humidity was very high during summer, but this did not affect the health of the grapes. Pre-fermentation, grapes are macerated at 50°F for 3 days. After fermentation, the grapes underwent a post-fermentation maceration for 35 days, followed by oak aging. Aged in oak barrels for 12 months. |
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