Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Domaine Nico
Label Name:
 
Le Paradis Pinot Noir
Vintage:
 
2018
Country:
 
Argentina
Region:
 
Gualtallary, Uco Valley, Mendoza.
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
100% Pinot Noir.
Method:
 
Micro‑vinified in multiple small fermentations (stainless steel and rolling barrels); aged ~18 months in French oak barriques (circa 10% new).
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
14-16
Tasting Note:
 
Violets, red and blue berries, subtle spice, mushroom and cedar; bright acidity, fine-grained tannins and chalky minerality with a long, spicy finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Western: roast duck with cherry compote, lamb, mushroom risotto; Asian: seared tuna tataki with sesame & wasabi, miso‑glazed eggplant, Korean bulgogi.
Vineyard Info:
 
Domaine Nico (Laura Catena project) focuses on single‑parcel, high‑altitude Pinot Noir; winemaker Roy Urvieta. Le Paradis is a small 1.1–2 acre parcel planted 2011 at ~1,500 m.
Awards/Ratings:
 
Robert Parker (WA) 96; James Suckling 96; Vinous 94; Tim Atkin 94