- Caro 2016 Press Sheet 91 DE Jan19
- Caro 2016 Press Sheet 94 JS Mar19
- Caro 2015 Press Sheet 97 TA 2018
- Caro 2015 Press Sheet 94 WA Jun18
- Caro 2015 Press Sheet 92 WS Oct18
- Caro 2015 Press Sheet 94 JS Apr18
- Caro 2014 Press Sheet 93 W&S Feb17
- Caro 2014 Press Sheet 93 WA Dec16
- Caro 2014 Press Sheet 95 JS Jun17
- Caro 2013 Press Sheet 91+ WA Dec16
- Caro 2013 Press Sheet 90 WS Aug16
- Caro 2013 Press Sheet 91 WE May17
- Caro 2013 Press Sheet 96 JS May16
- Caro 2013 Press Sheet 94 W&S Jun16
- Caro 2013 Press Sheet 90+ VIN May16
- Caro 2012 Press Sheet 92 WA Aug15
- Caro 2012 Press Sheet 98 JS Nov15
- Caro 2012 Press Sheet 90 WS Nov15
- Caro 2012 Press Sheet 94 WE Oct15
- Caro 2007 Press Sheet 93 JS Mar19
CARO
Bodegas Caro
APPELLATION
Mendoza
GRAPE VARIETIES
83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Malbec
WINEMAKERS
Philippe Rolet
TECHNICAL DATA
Acidity
3.65 g/L
Alcohol
13.5%
2015
97POINTS
Tim Atkin
SPECIAL REPORT 2018
2016
94POINTS
JamesSuckling.com
MARCH 2019
CARO was born of the alliance between two wine cultures (French and Argentine), two noble grape varieties (Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec), and two renowned wine families, Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) and Nicolás Catena. Both vignerons since the 19th century, these two powerful organizations have combined their deep knowledge of Mendoza’s high altitude terroir and the art of winemaking to create a unique portfolio of wines: CARO, Amancaya, and Aruma. Two noble grapes, two families, one dear and elegant portfolio of wines.
TERROIR & VINTAGE NOTESThe 2016 vintage was characterized by slightly above average rainfall (7.5 inches instead of 4 inches) especially during bud break. Temperatures were close to seasonal average with the exception of the frost that caused some damage to the vines on October 21st. Towards the end of the summer, the nights during February were up to 4 degrees warmer than usual. This phenomenon and a generally dry quarter allowed the cabernet to reach an optimal level of maturity and had an accelerating effect on the harvest, which started two to three weeks earlier. The grapes are characterized by a good balance between sugar and acidity and by the softness of their tannins.
WINEMAKINGCARO is made with the utmost care, just like our Bordeaux Grands Crus. Grapes are carefully selected and hand harvested. After desteming, they are placed in temperature controlled stainless steel vats for alcoholic fermentation. Maceration lasts for a period of 20 days with gentle pump-over to ease tannin extraction and fix the color. Malolactic fermentation occurs naturally in tanks. The wine is aged in French oak barrels made by the Tonnellerie des Domaines in Pauillac (50% new oak) for a period of 18 months.
TASTING NOTESThe wine is deep ruby in color with purple glints. The nose reveals aroma of white pepper and figs, with perfectly integrated blueberry notes. Ageing in oak barrels from the Tonnellerie des Domaines in Pauillac adds subtle notes of nutmeg to the wine. This vintage shows an exceptional complexity. The fruit is bright and luminous, supported by well integrated oak and a refreshing acidity. The tannins are soft and silky and contribute to the wine’s persistence. This wine will reveal its complexity with further bottle ageing.
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