Pinto Holot Red 2020

HOLOT RED 2020
55% Malbec, 19% Merlot, 16% Petit Verdot, 7% Cabernet Franc, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Vineyards: Haruhot Vineyard, Mitzpe Ramon, Har Hanegev. Shezaf Vineyard, Mitzpe Ramon, Negev Mountains. Mevorach Vineyards, Omer, Ramat Negev.
Alcohol/Volume: 14.2%.
Characteristics:
In the Eye: Dark and deep ruby, towards black.
The Nose: Powerful and complex aromas of ripe black fruit, dried herbs and spices, coffee and dark chocolate.
On the Palate: Incredible body and richness, yet already balanced, tannins already very round. Great acidity and spice allow for a never-ending finish.

A blend of Bordeaux varieties, but featuring the desert’s strong varieties – mostly Malbec, Merlot and Petit Verdot. After diluting fruit on the vines, we received grapes of remarkable concentration and quality. The result is a ‘big’ wine, which will age beautifully for years to come, and develop complexity and character. The wine was aged for over 12 months in oak barrels. Gives us a glimpse on the potential for great reds from the desert.