Bonarda 2020

TILIA

Bonarda
2020

  • Sustainable

$22.25*

* Suggested retail price

79 case(s) available

Product code
759940
Format
12 x 750ml
Listing type
Private Retail - Special Order
Status
Available
Type of product
Still wine
Country
Argentina
Regulated designation
Geographical Indication (GI)
Region
Mendoza
Varietal(s)
Bonarda 100 %
Colour
Red
Closure type
Metal screw cap
Producer's website

About this winery

Tilia is the Latin name for the Linden tree found throughout Mendoza. In Argentina’s wine country, the tree’s leaves are commonly used by vineyard workers to brew a popular, calming tea. Translated into Spanish, locals refer to Lindens as the “tree of life”. For them, these trees represent a slower, more spiritual side of life. Wines by Tilia are dedicated to maintaining the best traditions of the rural, Mendoza way of life while also being respectful of the environment through careful...

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Product notes

Tilia seeks to create action around sustainable farming in Argentina and around the world. It is also the first Argentine wine to carry the Bodegas de Argentina Certified Sustainable seal on its label. The Bonarda grapes in Argentina are not the same as the Bonarda grapes in Italy. They are in fact the same grapes known as Douce Noire in France and Charbono in California. Bonarda has become, along with Malbec, one of the signature reds of Argentina. The grapes for this wine come from the Eastern region of Mendoza. The soil and climate there offer a perfect atmosphere for growing Bonarda.

Production notes

Fermented at a maximum temperature of 25-28°C, for 10 days with a 15 day maceration in stainless steel tanks. The wine was left to age for 6 months in French Oak.

Tasting notes

The nose is packed with dark fruit marmalade and spice flavors. A subtly sweet entry followed by soft, round tannins. Bright basil leaves and blueberry flavours linger on the palate.

Press reviews

James Suckling

- 90 points -

James Suckling, March 2021 (Vintage 2019)

Fresh blueberry, blackberry, pine-needle and crushed-stone aromas. It’s medium-bodied with sleek tannins and a smooth, rounded finish. Drink now. Screw cap.

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 Wine Enthusiast

Top 100 Best Buys 2015

Michael Schachner, November 2015 (Vintage 2014)

Forward, fruity aromas of black cherry, raspberry and cassis set up a high-acid palate that’s energetic. Lightly herbal, rooty flavors of black cherry and blackberry linger on a juicy, clean finish. Winebow

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