# Breva Syrah Rosé (2020)

- **Producer:** Alpamanta Estate Wines
- **Colour:** rosé
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Syrah
- **Region:** Mendoza, Argentina
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** rose, redcurrant, red cherry, strawberry, grape, bread dough, biscuit

## About this wine

The Alpamanta Breva Syrah Rosé 2020 is a unique rosé from Alpamanta Estate Wines, a pioneer in biodynamic viticulture in Argentina. The name 'Breva' refers to the first fruit of the fig tree, symbolizing this wine as the estate's inaugural natural wine, conceived to innovate perceptions of biodynamic winemaking. Produced in Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, at an altitude of 950 meters, the wine is crafted with minimal intervention. Its distinctive hazy appearance and rich texture are a result of being unfiltered and unfined, with the winery encouraging the incorporation of its natural sediment. Alpamanta Estate Wines is committed to organic and biodynamic practices, holding certifications from ECOCERT and DEMETER, and embracing regenerative agriculture.

## Interesting facts

- "Breva" signifies the first fruit of the fig tree, symbolizing this wine as Alpamanta's first natural creation.
- Fermented in concrete eggs, avoiding oak for a pure expression of the grape.
- Bottled unfiltered and unfined, with sediment intended to be incorporated.
- Certified Organic, Biodynamic, and Vegan.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and bright acidity make it versatile. Its fruit-forward character complements lighter proteins and tomato-based dishes, while its texture can stand up to richer flavors. The acidity cuts through richness and cleanses the palate.

## Wine making process

The Alpamanta Breva Syrah Rosé 2020 is produced using a philosophy of minimal intervention. Key techniques include fermentation with indigenous yeasts in concrete eggs, followed by four months of aging in the same vessels. The wine is bottled unfiltered and unfined, with a focus on preserving the natural character of the Syrah grape. Sulfite levels are kept to a minimum. The estate employs organic and biodynamic farming practices, including regenerative agriculture, to foster a balanced ecosystem. This approach aims to create wines that are a pure expression of the terroir.