Chakana is the name of the Southern Cross constellation. Its rotation in the sky throughout the year made it an effective agricultural calendar for the ancient Andean people.
This wine 100% malbec from our vineyard located in Paraje Altamira, this special site has high proportion of gravels covered with calcium carbonate.
It is bright purple in the glass, with a layered nose of fresh sour cherries, wild herbs, and a floral hint over a subtle background of plum jam. On the palate, it is juicy, with a solid structure and chalky tannins that are enhanced by the tertiary flavors derived from aging in German oak barrels. A precise and refreshing wine that evolves in the glass.
Chakana is a family owned winery located 960 meters (3,149 feet) above sea level at the foothills of the Andes Mountains in Agrelo, Mendoza. It is one of the leading ...
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