Bodegas CARO Amancaya is an exquisite blend of Argentinean character and French charm. Crafted by the renowned Barons de Rothschild Lafite and Catena families, this wine embodies a splendid harmony between Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon. With its intense ruby red hue, this wine enchants the senses with its bouquet of red fruits, vanilla, and subtly spicy notes. On the palate, one experiences a melange of harmonious tannins and striking fruitiness, ending with a lingering finish. A wine that eloquently merges elegance and vigour, Amancaya is truly a testament to the winemaking prowess of its creators.

Tasting Notes

The robe is deep ruby in color. The nose is complex with aromas of cocoa, red fruits and figs layered with cinnamon and a touch of smokiness. The palate unveils seductive aromas of black fruit with very well-integrated oak. This wine has great balance and an exceptional freshness. Amancaya 2018 is pleasant to drink now and offer great aging potential

About the Winery

Nestled in the heart of Argentina's globally acclaimed winemaking region, Mendoza, the Barons de Rothschild Lafite/Catena- Bodegas CARO winery is a beacon of prestige, sophistication, and tantalising tastes. This winery is a remarkable melding of two wine-making dynasties – the famed Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite), hailing from Bordeaux, France and the highly esteemed Catena Zapata family from Argentina.

As one of the most illustrious winemaking ventures, the collaboration between these two families, which began in 1999, has yielded an extraordinary collection of wines that harmoniously combine the best of both Argentinean and French viniculture. The Bodegas CARO winery is shaped by a shared desire to produce terroir-driven wines that encapsulate the essence of Mendoza's unique climate and soil, matched with Bordeaux's viticultural expertise.

Over the years, the joint venture's innovative approach has enabled them to create world-class wines that demonstrate finesse, complexity and depth. Their meticulous cultivation practices, from the planting of vineyards at varying altitudes to their rigorous harvesting process, ensure the creation of wines that express both the power of the Argentine sun, and the elegant structure characteristic of Lafite wines.

Set amidst a stunning landscape, the Bodegas CARO winery itself is a masterpiece that seamlessly marries past and present. Retaining its 19th-century charm, the original vineyard buildings have been lovingly preserved whilst incorporating sophisticated modern winemaking equipment from – a testimony to the unity and harmonious fusion of tradition and innovation that threads through every aspect of this partnership.

Visitors to Bodegas CARO winery are welcomed into this living wine-making history. Offering a range of tasting experiences and tours through their atmospheric cellars, they provide an exclusive insight into the alchemical process that transforms humble grapes into bottles of pure liquid gold.

In essence, the marriage between Rothschild and Catena at Bodegas CARO represents an extraordinary fusion of heritage, prestige and passion for those who appreciate the art of fine winemaking - a rare treasure upon the world stage of viticulture.

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