Tequendama Wines – Merlot 2012 – Mendoza Argentina

Tequendama Wines Merlot 2012 is a limited-production Mendoza red made from 100% Merlot sourced from a 65-year-old vineyard at Finca Vidal in Tupungato. Aged 18 months in new French oak barrels, it delivers concentration, structure, and refined depth.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Merlot
• Region: Finca Vidal, Tupungato, Mendoza, Argentina
• Vintage: 2012
• Altitude: 3,500 ft above sea level
• Vine Age: Over 65 years
• Vinification: Fermentation with 15% whole clusters
• Aging: 18 months in new French oak barrels
• Alcohol: 14.7%
• Production: Limited release
• Style: Dry red wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Aromatics: Cherry and strawberry jam with subtle herbaceous lift
• Palate: Ripe red and black fruits with spice accents
• Structure: Balanced tannins and acidity with long finish

Yield reduction through cluster pruning enhanced concentration, while whole-cluster fermentation contributed aromatic complexity. Extended aging in new French oak supports depth and integration while maintaining freshness from Tupungato’s altitude.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Old-vine Merlot expression
• 18 months in new French oak for polish and structure
• Limited, age-worthy Mendoza profile

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Grilled ribeye or roast lamb
• Duck breast or mushroom dishes
• Aged provolone or firm cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Lovers of structured, oak-aged Merlot
✓ Drinkers who appreciate mature-vine concentration
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light or unoaked reds