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Falling Star
Falling Star is a 'second label' of the Trapiche winery. The
goal is to produce high quality, everyday wines at remarkably low prices. All
grapes are hand-harvested from Trapiche's Mendoza vineyard holdings, and the
winemaking process takes place at the Trapiche winery. So, Falling Star
benefits from the same vineyard principles, enology practices, and high-tech
operations that make the leading wines of Argentina.
Available with a
user-friendly screw top and at a suggested retail price of $4.99, Falling Star
is a perfect house wine.
Falling Star
Chardonnay 2004
Producer Background:
Falling Star is a 'second label' of the Trapiche winery. The goal is to produce
high quality, everyday wines at remarkably low prices. All grapes are
hand-harvested from Trapiche's Mendoza vineyard holdings, and the winemaking
process takes place at the Trapiche winery.
Wine Type: Dry White
Grape Type: 100%
Chardonnay.
Country: Argentina
Region: Mendoza
Vinification: The
grapes are selected from Trapiche's Santa Rosa and Alto Verde vineyards in the
province of Mendoza. The fruit is hand harvested and transported back to the
winery in small plastic crates to avoid damage. The fruit is destemmed and
allowed to macerate at 50°F for five hours. It is then lightly pressed
pneumatically and allowed to cold settle for 36 hours at 41°F; fermentation is
also thermoregulated (59°F) for 21 days. The wine is bottled four to five days
after the harvest after a light filtration and selectively, has wood
influences.
Tasting Notes: Yellow
color with slight green reflections. Aromas of citrus and apple are noted with
quite a bit of richness on the palate. Well-balanced with a good finish. It is
light- to medium-bodied and will match nicely with seafood, poultry, pork, and
vegetarian dishes.
Food Match: salmon,
salads, pork, grilled vegetables, fish, chicken.
Falling Star
Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon 2004
Producer Background:
Falling Star is a 'second label' of the Trapiche winery. The goal is to produce
high quality, everyday wines at remarkably low prices. All grapes are
hand-harvested from Trapiche's Mendoza vineyard holdings, and the winemaking
process takes place at the Trapiche winery.
Wine Type: Dry White
Grape Type: 90%
Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Semillon.
Country: Argentina
Region: Mendoza
Vinification: The
grapes are selected from Trapiche's Santa Rosa and Alto Verde vineyards in the
province of Mendoza. The fruit is hand harvested and transported back to the
winery in small plastic crates to avoid damage. The fruit is destemmed and
allowed to macerate at 50°F for five hours. It is then lightly pressed
pneumatically and allowed to cold settle for 36 hours at 41°F; fermentation is
also thermoregulated (59°F) for 21 days. The wine is bottled four to five days
after the harvest after a light filtration.
Tasting Notes: Light
straw and green color. Fruity, floral nose witgh aromas of mixed citrus fruits.
Crisp, fruity, and refreshing in the mouth, with a clean citrusy flavor that
makes a great aperitif and also matches well with light seafood dishes, salads,
and simple pastas.
Food Match: white
meats, salads, fish, Asian cuisine.
Falling Star Cabernet
Sauvignon 2004
Producer Background:
Falling Star is a 'second label' of the Trapiche winery. The goal is to produce
high quality, everyday wines at remarkably low prices. All grapes are
hand-harvested from Trapiche's Mendoza vineyard holdings, and the winemaking
process takes place at the Trapiche winery.
Wine Type: Dry Red
Grape Type: 100%
Cabernet Sauvignon.
Country: Argentina
Region: Mendoza
Vinification: The
grapes are selected from Trapiche's Santa Rosa and Alto Verde vineyards in the
province of Mendoza. The fruit is hand harvested and transported back to the
winery in small plastic crates to avoid damage. The fruit is destemmed and
crushed; half the fruit is then allowed to macerate naturally, the other half
undergoes a cold soak. Fermentation occurs at controlled temperatures (75°F)
for 14 days. Certain lots undergo malolactic in older oak barrels. After a
settling period, the lots are blended and bottled four to five months after the
harvest after a light filtration.
Tasting Notes: Strong
red color with violet hues. Typical Cabernet aromas and flavors: black fruit,
spices, and hints of leather and tobacco. Dry on the palate, with medium tannins
in the finish. This is a pleasantly ripe and open Cabernet that is soft enough
to enjoy now.
Food Match: roasts,
red meat, grilled vegetables, beef, BBQ.
Falling Star
Merlot-Malbec 2004
Producer Background:
Falling Star is a 'second label' of the Trapiche winery. The goal is to produce
high quality, everyday wines at remarkably low prices. All grapes are
hand-harvested from Trapiche's Mendoza vineyard holdings, and the winemaking
process takes place at the Trapiche winery.
Wine Type: Dry Red
Grape Type: 60%
Merlot, 40% Malbec.
Country: Argentina
Region: Mendoza
Vinification: The
grapes are selected from Trapiche's Santa Rosa and Alto Verde vineyards in the
province of Mendoza. The fruit is hand harvested and transported back to the
winery in small plastic crates to avoid damage. The fruit is destemmed and
crushed; half the fruit is then allowed to macerate naturally, the other half
undergoes a cold soak. Fermentation occurs at controlled temperatures (72°F)
for 15 days. After a settling period, the lots are blended and bottled four to
five months after the harvest after a light filtration.
Tasting Notes:
Aromatic with ripe fruit flavors, and the taste is dry with appealing red berry
flavors and soft tannins. An easy drinking wine that matches well with lighter
meats, grilled fish such as salmon, and red-sauce pasta dishes.
Food Match: veal,
pizza, grilled vegetables, grilled meats, BBQ.
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