# Finca La Celia Pioneer Cabernet Franc (2019)

- **Producer:** Finca La Celia
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Cabernet Franc
- **Region:** Mendoza, Argentina
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €16
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** raspberry, green bell pepper, red cherry, rose, grass, blackcurrant, cloves, vanilla, tobacco, liquorice

## About this wine

The Finca La Celia Pioneer Cabernet Franc 2019 is a 100% Cabernet Franc from the Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina. Finca La Celia, established in 1890, is the oldest winery in the region and holds historical significance as the first to plant Malbec. The Pioneer line emphasizes quality and value, with this wine drawing from vineyards located at altitudes ranging from 980 to 1100 meters above sea level. The winery's philosophy centers on expressing the unique terroir of the Uco Valley, honoring its pioneering heritage.

## Interesting facts

- Finca La Celia is the oldest winery in the Uco Valley, founded in 1890.
- It was the first winery in the Uco Valley to plant Malbec.
- The 'Pioneer' line highlights Cabernet Franc as a star varietal for Finca La Celia.
- Vineyards are situated at altitudes between 980 and 1100 meters.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and firm tannins can stand up to richer proteins like beef and lamb, while its bright acidity cuts through fattiness. Herbal notes in the wine can complement dishes seasoned with similar aromatics.

## Wine making process

The Finca La Celia Pioneer Cabernet Franc 2019 is produced from 100% Cabernet Franc grapes. The harvest is manual. Maceration lasts for 14 days, followed by fermentation in small concrete vats at 26-27°C for 10 days, with manual punch-downs. The wine utilizes 100% free-run juice. Malolactic fermentation is completed. For aging, 40% of the blend is aged in concrete vats, and 60% is aged in used French oak barrels. Following blending, the wine is returned to concrete vats before bottling.