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The Wine
An irresistible Argentine red that delivers far more charm than its price tag would suggest. Each of La Posta's single-vineyard wines features the name of the vineyard on the label - in this case, the Armando vineyard, known for its Bonarda grapes.
The wine opens with familiar flavors of summer fruit - dark cherry, blackberry, and a hint of blueberry compote, all delivered with Bonarda's velvety texture and hints of violets, warm spice, and a characteristic cocoa note.
On the palate the wine is medium‑bodied, smooth, and fruit‑forward, with just enough acidity to keep it refreshing. Bonarda’s natural juiciness is on full display, making for a wine that is both comforting and surprisingly versatile, thanks to its clean, dark‑fruited snap that invites another sip.
Wine Geek Trivia:
California's "Charbono" has a long and messy history with Argentina's "Bonarda". DNA analysis identifies them both as the French grape Douce Noir, each going through life like an identical twin separated at birth.
So where does all the confusion come in?
It boils down to stylistic differences:
• Argentina's Bonarda tends to be juicy and ripe, dark fruit dominated, with a plush and easygoing character that makes it a wine of now.
• California's Charbono is more tannic and dark, while also showing higher acidity, making it a wine that needs some age to show its best stuff.All in all, this regional interpretation of the same grape makes for a great story where history, migration, and naming convention create something richer than a simple synonym!
Pairings: Grilled sausages, roast chicken, tomato‑based pastas, and anything involving smoky or charred flavors. Cheese-wise, reach for one of our aged Goudas or a nutty Alpine cheese and some simple charcuterie.
The Winery
La Posta is Laura Catena’s project dedicated to celebrating the growers who form the backbone of the Argentine wine industry.
Each bottling is named for the family behind the vineyard, and the Armando vineyard Bonarda comes from the Pizzella family’s old vines in Mendoza. These vineyards sit at elevation in the Andes mountain range, benefiting from cool nights that preserve acidity and daytime sun that allows the grapes to ripen fully without losing freshness.
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