# 2 Para El Tango Red Blend (2025)

- **Producer:** Finca Sophenia
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Malbec, Bonarda
- **Region:** Mendoza, Argentina
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €15
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** plum, cherry, raspberry, violet, herbaceous

## About this wine

Finca Sophenia was founded in 1997 by Roberto Luka and Gustavo Benvenuto in Gualtallary, located within Mendoza's renowned Uco Valley. The estate name combines the names of their daughters, Sophia and Eugenia. Positioned at 1,200 meters above sea level on free-draining calcareous soils, the estate was an early pioneer of high-altitude viticulture in the region. The '2 Para El Tango' cuvée pays homage to Argentina's iconic dance tradition, symbolizing the harmonious partnership between Malbec and Bonarda.

## Interesting facts

- The name '2 Para El Tango' refers to the famous saying 'it takes two to tango', representing Malbec and Bonarda.
- Finca Sophenia is a portmanteau of the founders' daughters' names, Sophia and Eugenia.
- Vineyards are situated at 1,200 meters elevation on stony, limestone-rich soil in Gualtallary.

## Food pairing

The wine's bright acidity and smooth, firm tannins cut through the fat of rich red meats and tomato-based ragùs, while its unoaked fruit purity prevents harsh clashes with cured meats and aged cheeses.

## Wine making process

The wine is produced from estate-grown Malbec (70%) and Bonarda (30%) grapes harvested in high-elevation vineyards. Fermentation is conducted under strict temperature control in stainless steel tanks. To retain raw fruit expression, fresh herbal nuances, and bright natural acidity, the wine undergoes no oak aging, maturing completely in stainless steel vessels prior to bottling.