Bodega Aniello Trousseau 2022《ZA003A》

Patagonia — Argentina’s Cool-Climate Hidden Gem

Patagonia is a vast geographic region located at the far southern tip of Argentina, and Río Negro is its most historic and renowned wine region. Bodega Aniello sits right at the very heart of this premier valley. What makes the wines here so unique comes down to three key elements of its natural terroir: positioned at 39° South latitude, the region’s cool climate is constantly swept by powerful, purifying winds that act like a natural air purifier, blowing away humidity and disease so the grapes grow in an exceptionally pristine, pollution-free environment; extreme daily temperature swings ("warm days, cold nights") allow the sunny daytime to build rich fruit flavors while the cool nights preserve vibrant natural acidity, leading to a slow ripening process that builds complex, elegant layers without any cloying sweetness; finally, the alluvial soils formed over centuries by river deposits—packed with sand, gravel, and stones—provide excellent drainage and impart a unique, crisp mineral freshness reminiscent of pure mountain spring water.

 

Tasting Note

Appearance: Luminous, translucent pale ruby.

Aromatics: Wild strawberries, cranberries, and sour red cherries, layered with dried rose petals, blood orange zest, forest floor, and dry herbal spice.

Palate: Light to medium-bodied with crystalline, linear acidity, finely textured tannins, and a refreshing, saline-mineral finish.