The home of ANTIS Wines is a modern, technologically advanced winery located in a 40 acre vineyard at the foothills of the Andes mountains in Rodeo del Medio, at the heart of the Maipu district in Mendoza. The seeds of the winery date back some 90-odd years when the Italian and Spanish immigrant ancestors of Gonzalo Cabral and his business partners planted their first Malbec vines. Built in 2002 and designed with functional and aesthetic principles in mind, the 300,000-liter winery employs the latest vinification technologies. A temperature controlled cave housing French oak barrels and bottle storage area form part of the complex.
The vineyards are located in prime areas ranging in altitude from 2,400 to 3,600 feet providing ideal microclimates for the cultivation of grapes destined to be crafted into fine wines. Vines ranging in age from 8 to 90 years have been purposefully matched to soil type, location and altitude; and irrigated via a network of canals fed by the melting snows from the surrounding mountains.
The philosophy of the owners of ANTIS Wines is centered on crafting wines that reflect their passion for wine and speak of the land where the grapes were nurtured. They are constantly seeking to craft wines that are refined, elegant, well balanced and reflect good expression of varietal character. They believe that their task is to effectively recreate and enhance the potential contained in the grapes, using the best available materials and state-of-the-art knowledge and technologies. Central to this belief is the notion that great wines start on the vine and they have, therefore, located their vineyards in some of the prime areas in the region.
Meticulous viticulture, low crop yields, selective harvesting, small batch fermentation and careful barrel aging are crucial for achieving the quality they seek in their wines.
In the brief few years of their presence in the international market, ANTIS wines have begun to capture the attention of wine critics and the public.
There are four wines in the portfolio:
ANTIS Chardonnay
Beautiful pale golden color. The bouquet shows attractive peach, melon and citrus fruit aromas with hints of honey and butter. On the palate, the wine is medium bodied with wonderful, soft citrus and pineapple flavors. The finish is persistent with an excellent fresh, soft acidity.
This wine is an ideal accompaniment to a wide range of foods. It pairs very well with poultry; fish; salads; light cheese and fruit hors d’ouevres; and, cream based pasta dishes.
The fruit flavors of this wine can be enjoyed now though a year or two of aging would provide the opportunity for its’ complexity to develop.
Vintage: 2004
Alcohol: 13.5%
UPC #: 874730000049
ANTIS Sauvignon Blanc
This wine is at the peak of its development. Pale straw in color with distinctive grassy and herbal notes on the nose accompanied by soft citrus and tropical fruit flavors.
The wine is an ideal accompaniment to fish dishes, salads and light hors d’ouevres. Drink now.
Vintage: 2004
Alcohol: 13%
UPC #: 874730000131
ANTIS Malbec
Intense ruby-purple color characteristic of Malbec. The nose displays aromas of ripe black fruits, vanilla and black pepper. On the palate, the wine is full bodied and dry with a supple tannin balance. It has an enduring finish with hints of plum, spices and cocoa.
This wine pairs very well with red meat, pasta dishes and sharp cheeses.
The wine can be enjoyed now or laid down for up to four years.
Vintage: 2003
Alcohol: 13.6%
UPC #: 874730000018
Awards & Ratings:
* Gold Medal, CataD’or 2003, Argentina’s most important wine contest (Rating 93 points)
* Silver Medal, 2004 Dallas International Wine Competition
* Commendation, 2004 Decanter World Wine Awards
* Seal of Approval, 2005 International Wine Challenge
* Wine Enthusiast Magazine April 2006, 88 points, “Best Buy”
ANTIS Cabernet Sauvignon
Splendid deep ruby color. The nose displays aromas of berries, cedar and spice. The wine shows good concentration and is of medium body combining fresh, fruity layers of plum, blackcurrant and spices. An elegant oakiness and subtle tannins accompany the persistent finish.
This wine pairs very well with red meat, pasta dishes and sharp cheeses.
The wine can be enjoyed now or laid down for up to four years.
Vintage: 2004
Alcohol: 13,6%
UPC #: 874730000025
Awards & Ratings:
* Gold Medal, International Wine Challenge 2005, London, United Kingdom
ANTIS Reserve Malbec
Deep, intense purple color characteristic of Malbec. Loads of ripe fruit with a solid and ripe tannic structure. The finish is persistent and memorable.
Ideal wine for pairing with a big juicy steak, barbecue, or other red meat.
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