Unusual Bonarda 2018 – Winery: Puerta del Abra – Winemaker: Delfina Pontaroli – Variety: Bonarda – Vines: 12 years old – Soil: Rocky calcareous – Altitude: 150 meters above sea level – Aging: 18 months in French oak – Origin: Balcarce, Buenos Aires, Argentina – Estate: El Vallecito.

Pairing: Small game, dark birds, mushrooms or highly seasoned vegan dishes, as well as lean red meats.

Tasting notes: A very fruity red wine with aromas of overripe and candied fruit. Herbal notes characteristic of the variety are present, along with balsamic nuances like bay leaf, imparted by its aging. On the palate, it is juicy, with good structure and a long finish that balances fruit and freshness.