2014 HARVEST REPORT

We had a climatically eventful summer in Mendoza - an early season heat wave followed by tons of rain.
Temperatures were sustained above 100 degrees for many days in the second half of December and through January.  
February rainfall, more than triple the average, then delayed harvest by a couple of weeks.

The summer heat produced fruit with mature tannins, which means well-structured wines. Winemaker Pablo Martorell utilized longer cold macerations
to preserve the fruitiness of the grapes and enhance the color and aromas of the wine.

Despite the challenges, careful vineyard management and expert winemaking techniques have resulted in an outstanding vintage.

awards and reviews

2014 Nunum ‘Fenix’ Malbec: Platinum Medal 2018 Sommelier Challenge International Wine & spirits Competition
96 Points Directors Award Best Malbec

“Nunum’s ‘Fenix’ is a powerhouse Malbec with deep savory character in the nose and in the mouth. Blackberry, black cherry,
chocolate, dry earth, fall spice, raw meat and perfect oak selection ride a rigid structure through a firm, grippy finish
that already is leaving a well integrated impression of all the flavors.

Get some to save for later and revel in the evolution over the next 15 years. Great Malbec!
A Platinum Award winner at the 2018 Sommelier Challenge International Wine & spirits Competition.”
Rich Cook October 2, 2018

2014 Nunum ‘Vela’ Cabernet Franc: Gold Medal 2018 Sommelier Challenge International Wine & spirits Competition
92 Points


2014 i fenix i Malbec

single vineyard i uco valley

wine profile

85% Malbec i 10% Cabernet Franc i 5% petit verdot

tasting notes

This Malbec shows a dark deep purple tones. The nose offers aromas of red fruit and ripe, concentrated dark berries with fresh herbs and some traces of tobacco. The mouthfeel is rich, with raspberries and blueberries, spices notes and a touch of mocha. The finish presents a soft and well-structured tannins with bright, crisp acidity that gives the wine exceptional length.

winemaking

Harvest april 5th i cold maceration 4 days i fermentation 12 days i 20 months in french new and second use oak i residual sugar 1.8% i 14.4% alcohol

Platinum Medal i 2018 Sommelier Challenge International Wine & spirits Competition I 96 Points i Directors Award i Best Malbec

retail price $65 USD i 100 cases produced


2014 i sextante i estate blend

uco valley

wine profile

rhone blend: 33% syrah i 33% grenache i 33% mourvedre

tasting notes

This wine displays spicy, subtle wild herb and earthy notes, a good minerality, and a sour red fruit profile of raspberries, cherries and blueberries. It is delicate, refined, and juicy on the palate, offering a lasting finish with lively acidity.

winemaking

Harvest april 30th i cold maceration 4 days i fermentation 13 days i 21 months in french new and second use oak i residual sugar 1.8% i 14.5% alcohol

retail price $60 USD i 50 cases produced


2014 i vela i cabernet franc

single vineyard i uco valley

wine profile

100% Cabernet Franc

tasting notes

Nunum Gran Cabernet Franc is deep ruby in color. On the nose, the wine displays inviting aromas of cassis, raspberry, and blackcurrant. On the palate, ripe and juicy red fruit combine with peppery spice and subtle oak tones over a hardy structure of soft, velvety tannins.

winemaking

Harvest april 24th i cold maceration 4 days i fermentation 16 days i 20 months in french new and second use oak i residual sugar 1.8% i 15.0% alcohol

Gold Medal i 92 Points i 2018 Sommelier Challenge
International Wine & spirits Competition

retail price $60 USD i 100 cases produced


2014 i paloma i petit verdot

single vineyard i uco valley

wine profile

85% petit verdot i 15% malbec

tasting notes

Bright ruby-red in color, this wine shows expressive notes of fresh black cherries and red berries mingled with hints of sweet spice, toast and black pepper. On the palate, this accessible red shows young texture, liveliness and long length.

winemaking

Harvest may 3rd i cold maceration 5 days i fermentation 14 days i 21 months in french new and second use oak i residual sugar 1.8% i 15.2% alcohol

retail price $60 USD i 50 cases produced