Wines Not Specified Mascota Vineyards - Unánime Cabernet - 2020

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Mascota Vineyards’ Unánime Cabernet 2020 is a bold red wine from the heart of Argentina’s most renowned wine region, Mendoza. As a varietal Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine is celebrated for its depth and structure, showcasing classic notes of cassis, ripe blackberries, and subtle hints of cedar and tobacco that come from its time spent in oak barrels. The 2020 vintage benefited from favorable weather, leading to grapes with excellent ripeness and concentration. The winemaking at Mascota Vineyards focuses on gentle extraction during fermentation and careful aging, which gives the wine plush tannins and a lingering, harmonious finish.

Mendoza, nestled at the foothills of the Andes, is famed for its unique terroir. The region enjoys high altitudes and intense sunlight, with cold nights that help preserve acidity and freshness in the grapes. Soils are generally alluvial, composed of sand, clay, and gravel, which ensures good drainage and encourages deep roots, often translating into nuanced and expressive wines. The Mendoza region’s winemaking traditions date back to the 19th century, but it is in recent decades that Mendoza has achieved international acclaim for the quality of its red wines, particularly Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Unánime Cabernet is a versatile companion at the table. Its robust body and rich fruit concentration make it perfectly suited to grilled beef, a staple of Argentine cuisine—such as a juicy bife de chorizo or asado. It also complements lamb, venison, and well-seasoned roasted meats. For regional inspiration, try it with empanadas de carne or chuletas de cordero a la parrilla. Aged cheeses, black pepper sauces, and mushroom dishes will also elevate its complex profile.

For optimal enjoyment, serve Unánime Cabernet 2020 at a temperature of 16-18°C. Decanting for about an hour before tasting is highly recommended to allow the wine to open up and reveal its full spectrum of aromas and flavors. This is a wine that can be relished now for its youthful energy or cellared for a few more years to allow further integration and complexity.