Don Nicanor Blend
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Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, roasted leg of lamb, rich beef empanadas
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Named in honor of Don Nicanor Nieto, a foundational figure in the winery's rich history, the Don Nicanor Blend is a masterful expression of Mendoza's high-altitude terroir. Crafted from select parcels in Luján de Cuyo and the Uco Valley, this red blend marries the plush, velvety dark fruit of Malbec with the robust structure and spice of Cabernet Sauvignon and other complementary varietals. The grapes are harvested by hand and undergo meticulous fermentation before aging in French oak barrels. This process imparts elegant notes of vanilla, cocoa, and tobacco to the vibrant blackberry and plum core. The wine stands as a tribute to traditional Argentine winemaking, blending old-world structure with the intense, sun-drenched fruit of the Andes.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1888 by Italian immigrants in the premier wine-growing region of Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Nieto Senetiner is one of Argentina's most historic and prestigious wineries. The estate was acquired by the Nieto and Senetiner families in 1969, who expanded its facilities while preserving its architectural heritage, and it is now part of the Perez Companc Group. Renowned for its deep respect for terroir, the winery crafts exceptional wines from historic vineyards, including the centenarian vines of Finca Villa Blanca planted in 1906. Under the guidance of winemaker Santiago Mayorga, Nieto Senetiner produces elegant, structured wines, most notably their acclaimed Don Nicanor Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and innovative blends that showcase the classic character of Mendoza.