- Caro 2016 Press Sheet 94 WA Oct19
- Caro 2016 Press Sheet 93+ VIN Sep19
- 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 WE May17
- Caro 2013 Press Sheet 90 WS Aug16
- Caro 2013 Press Sheet 96 JS May16
- Caro 2013 Press Sheet 91+ WA Dec16
- Caro 2013 Press Sheet 94 W&S Jun16
- Caro 2013 Press Sheet 90+ VIN May16
- Caro 2012 Press Sheet 90 WS Nov15
- Caro 2012 Press Sheet 92 WA Aug15
- Caro 2012 Press Sheet 98 JS Nov15
- Caro 2012 Press Sheet 94 WE Oct15
- Caro 2007 Press Sheet 93 JS Mar19
CARO
Bodegas Caro
APPELLATION
Mendoza
GRAPE VARIETIES
74% Malbec, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon
WINEMAKERS
Philippe Rolet
TECHNICAL DATA
Acidity
3.66 g/L
Alcohol
14%
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 2017 vintage was characterized by slightly above average rainfall, especially during bud break. Temperatures were close to the seasonal average, apart from an episode of frost on October 21st that caused some damage to the vines. Towards the end of the summer, the nights became warmer than usual, which, combined with a generally dry quarter, had an accelerating effect on the ripening cycle and the harvest started two weeks early. The resulting grapes showed great balance between sugar and acidity, and the Malbec reached tannins of remarkable softness. The Cabernet Sauvignon from deeper soils had a slower maturity, while those from stony soils reached an excellent balance with their typical spicy character.
WINEMAKING & AGEINGCARO grapes come from selected sections of rows within our blocks, where the soil is layered with calcareous deposits as well as limestone, remnants of a river which used to flow through Altamira. Grapes are carefully selected and hand harvested. After destemming, 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, then the wine is transferred into French oak barrels made by the Tonnellerie des Domaines in Pauillac (80% new oak) for a period of 18 months.
TASTING NOTESThis wine has a dark, intense color, with hints of violet. The nose reveals a complex mix of aromas including raspberry, black pepper, violets, cloves and subtle notes of dark chocolate. On the palate the wine is well-balanced with a refreshing acidity and ripe tannins that contribute to the harmony and smoothness of the palate.
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