Marichal Reserve Collection Tannat 2009 TECHNICAL DATA                       Grape variety: 100% Tannat Variety characteristics: Tannat is a red wine  grape, historically grown in South West France  in the Madiran AOC  and is now one of the most prominent grapes in Uruguay, where it is considered the "national grape". The Tannat wines produced here are characterized by more elegant and softer tannins and blackberry  fruit notes. Location of our vineyards: Etchevarría, Canelones, Uruguay, located just 25 km away from the Rio de la Plata. Soil: Calcareous and permeable undulating fields. Harvest-Date: Early March Harvest: Manually collected in 18 kg boxes. Fermentation: 17 days Malolactic Fermentation: Yes. Oak ageing: 12 months (30% of the wine without oak in order to keep the best expression of the variety). Description: Dark violet colour, with a reddish-black glint when hold up to the light. A complex wine delivering red and dried fruits, and spicy aromas. Smooth texture with an interesting roundness of tannins. Food Pairing: It is considered to be a very good match for red meat, pasta, and strong taste cheeses. Recommended Serving Temperature: 16º to 18ºC. Decanting: Recommended 30 minutes decanting before drinking. Juan Andrés  &  Alejandro Marichal Winemakers Other Vintages: 2007      Awards and Reviews 2002 - Cata d'Or NH Columbia – International Challenge – Marichal Reserve Collection Tannat 2002 - Silver Medal 2004- The best of the Uruguayan wines sold in Brasil, included in “The top 100 wines”, Gazeta Mercantil SP Brasil – Marichal Reserve Collection Tannat 2002 2006 – Vinus Awards 2006 – Mendoza Argentina Marichal Reserve Collection Tannat 2005 – Gold Medal 2006 – Tannat al Mundo 2006– Montevideo Uruguay Marichal Reserve Collection Tannat 2005 – Silver Medal 2006 – Tannat al Mundo 2006– – Montevideo Uruguay Marichal Reserve Collection Tannat 2004 – Silver Medal 2009- El Consumidor Elige National Challenge –Marichal Reserve Collection Tannat 2007- Award: Best Tannat of Uruguay.