Gernot Langes
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Typically at its peak from 5 to 15 years after the vintage, though exceptional years can easily cellar for 20 years or more.
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Grilled ribeye steak, slow-roasted lamb shank, aged Gouda cheese
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As the crown jewel of Bodega Norton, the Gernot Langes cuvée is a profound tribute to the Austrian businessman Gernot Langes-Swarovski, who acquired the historic estate in 1989 and ushered in a modern renaissance. Sourced from the estate's oldest, low-yielding vines in the prestigious Perdriel sub-region of Luján de Cuyo, this iconic red blend is crafted only in exceptional vintages. The wine undergoes a meticulous selection process, followed by fermentation in French oak casks and an extensive aging regime of 16 months in new French oak barrels, plus an additional 12 months in bottle. The result is a majestic, deeply concentrated wine that seamlessly marries the plush, dark-fruit character of Malbec with the structural nobility of Cabernet Sauvignon and the aromatic complexity of Cabernet Franc, embodying the pinnacle of high-altitude Mendoza winemaking.
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Founded in 1895 by English engineer Edmund James Palmer Norton, Bodega Norton is one of the oldest and most prestigious wineries in Argentina's Luján de Cuyo region in Mendoza. In 1989, the historic estate was acquired by Austrian businessman Gernot Langes-Swarovski, who modernized the facilities while preserving its rich heritage. Today, the winery is celebrated for its high-altitude viticulture and commitment to expressing the unique terroir of the Primera Zona. Norton is particularly renowned for its structured, age-worthy Malbecs, such as the iconic Gernot Langes blend and the Reserva Malbec, alongside vibrant white wines like Torrontés and Chardonnay.