Cara Sucia Sangiovese
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Best enjoyed young and fresh, typically within 1–3 years of vintage release.
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Classic Margherita pizza, pasta with tomato-based sauces, charcuterie board
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The Cara Sucia (meaning "dirty face") line is a deeply personal, nostalgic project by brothers Héctor and Pablo Durigutti, paying homage to their childhood in Rivadavia, East Mendoza. This region was historically the cradle of Argentine everyday wine, planted heavily by Italian immigrants with varieties like Sangiovese. This wine is crafted from old pergola-trained vines grown in the sandy soils of the eastern oasis. To capture the pure, unpretentious spirit of the past, the winemakers employ low-intervention techniques, fermenting the grapes with native yeasts in concrete vats without any oak aging. The result is a bright, rustic, and incredibly lively expression of Sangiovese that tells the story of Argentina's early viticultural pioneers.
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Founded in 2002 by brothers Hector and Pablo Durigutti, Durigutti Family Winemakers is located at Pasaje de la Reta s/n, 5507 Las Compuertas, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina. Renowned for their commitment to reviving and preserving local heritage, the brothers practice organic farming and minimal-intervention winemaking, utilizing concrete vats and native yeasts to craft highly expressive wines. Their portfolio showcases the diverse terroirs of Argentina, with a particular focus on elegant, terroir-driven Malbec, Cabernet Franc, and their critically acclaimed Bonarda, which can be explored further on their official website at https://durigutti.com.