Demencial Pinot Noir
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Typically best enjoyed within 2 to 6 years from the vintage release to preserve its vibrant fruit and crisp acidity.
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Roasted duck, creamy mushroom risotto, seared salmon
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The Demencial range by Finca Las Moras represents a daring viticultural experiment, embracing the madness of cultivating delicate Pinot Noir in the extreme, high-altitude desert of San Juan's Pedernal Valley. Situated at nearly 1,400 meters above sea level, these vineyards experience intense solar radiation paired with freezing mountain nights. This dramatic diurnal shift slows ripening, allowing the Pinot Noir grapes to develop deep aromatic complexity and retain a vibrant, electric acidity. Grown in rocky, limestone-rich soils, the wine is crafted to showcase the wild, untamed side of the valley. It undergoes a gentle fermentation and light aging in oak barrels, resulting in a wine that balances bright red fruit notes of wild strawberries and cherries with a distinct mineral backbone and earthy undertones.
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Founded in 1993 in the San Juan province of Argentina, Finca Las Moras is a pioneering winery renowned for reshaping the viticultural landscape of the region. Owned by Grupo Peñaflor, the estate utilizes the unique high-altitude desert terroir of the Tulum, Zonda, and Pedernal Valleys, where vines are nourished by pure Andean meltwater and intense sunlight. The winery is particularly celebrated for its expressive Syrah and Malbec, as well as innovative, approachable ranges like Intis, which showcase vibrant fruit-forward profiles. Through sustainable farming practices and modern winemaking techniques, Finca Las Moras continues to produce elegant, balanced wines that capture the true spirit of San Juan's diverse microclimates.