L10 Torrontés
This label is a collaboration between Bianchi and Argentine soccer superstar, Lionel Messi’s Charity Foundation. A portion of the proceeds of the sale of L10 wines will be donated to the Foundation, which focuses on healthcare and educational initiatives for socially disadvantaged children. The L10 Wines, made at Bodegas Bianchi with the guidance and input from the famous soccer player, are sourced from the Doña Elsa Estate in San Rafael, Mendoza, at 2560 feet above sea level. This is one of the coolest areas of San Rafael in sandy, calcareous soil of alluvial.
Tasting Notes
L10 Torrontes is an intense yellow-green color, with delicate aromas of white flowers and tropical fruits, such as pineapple, peaches and white grapes, balanced with green apple and citrus aromas. The nose carries through to the palate with fresh and vibrant acidity, an off-dry sensation and medium volume.
Vineyards
The grapes come from the Doña Elsa Estate, situated in Ram Caída, San Rafael, Mendoza at 2500 ft. above sea level. Rama Caída is among the coolest areas of San Rafael, with sandy calcareous soil of alluvial origins.
Winemaking
Hand-picked and twice sorted by hand, the Torrontes grapes are crushed and fermented over ten days at controlled temperatures of 59° F (15 ° C) in stainless steel tanks. It received one month bottle ageing prior to release.
Technical Information
- Vintage:
- 2020
- Alcohol:
- 13.6%
- Region:
- San Rafael, Mendoza
- RS:
- 2G/L
- Varietals:
- 100% Torrontes
- PH:
- 3.14
