"EL PRECIADO" GRAN RESERVA

48% Cabernet Franc, 25% Tannat, 20% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon
Vineyards located in the San Jose region of Uruguay
85% of the wine matures in barrique for 15 months; 15% in stainless steel
The barriques are 60% French, 40% American
El Preciado (The Precious One) was a Spanish galleon that was sunk by pirates in 1792 while sailing on the Rio de la Plata River
Only part of its rich cargo of gold and silver has been recovered
Intense aromas of cinnamon and spices, hints of sultana and chocolate on the palate
Accompaniment: Perfect with grilled meats and aged cheeses
Ratings by vintage:
- 2002: Wine Enthusiast 89

"CATAMAYOR VIEJA PARCELA" TANNAT

100% Tannat
Vineyards located in the San Jose region of Uruguay
Some of the vines are 100 years old
Aged for 9 to 11 months of French oak barrels
Catamayor means 'great tasting' while Vieja Parcela means 'the old parcel' of Castillo Viejo's vineyards
Deep and dark red color with violet reflections
Hints of red fruit jam, cherries and plums
Intense, structured and complex, with well integrated tannins
Accompaniment: Perfect with game and red meat dishes

100% Cabernet Franc
Vineyards located in the San Jose region of Uruguay
Aged for 9 to 11 months of French oak barrels
Catamayor means 'great tasting' while Vieja Parcela means 'the old parcel' of Castillo Viejo's vineyards
Deep and dark red color with violet reflections
Intense notes of berries, ripe fruit and herbs
Elegant and complex, with silky finish and tannins
Accompaniment: Perfect with game and aged cheeses