Tandem Ars in Vitro, Navarra, Spain

天德酒莊瓶中的藝術紅葡萄酒

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The red blend 2019 Ars In Vitro was produced with 90% Tempranillo and 10% Merlot that fermented separately in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts and matured in concrete vats for at least two years. It has 14% alcohol, mellow acidity and freshness, with ripe fruit and an herbal touch. It's ripe without excess and reveals abundant, slightly dusty tannins that call for food. 33,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in November 2022.

The red blend 2017 Ars In Vitro is 90% Tempranillo and 10% Merlot fermented separately in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts and matured in concrete vats for two years. It has aromas of ripe fruit, licorice and spices and is approachable, straightforward and juicy. 35,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in February 2020.

Herbal and black olive notes add a savory note to the modest black cherry fruit in this supple red. Light tannins and balsamic acidity impart modest structure, while smoky and licorice accents linger. Tempranillo and Merlot. Drink now. 2,500 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Navarra Select to Add

Light yet firm, this red shows good focus, with black cherry, loam, smoke and leafy flavors. Firm acidity and modest tannins impart structure. Drink now. 1,000 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Navarra Select to Add

The 2011 Ars in Vitro is Tempranillo with 10% Merlot aged for two years in concrete vats. It has a strong herbal aroma combined with notes of raisins and dried figs. The palate is medium to full-bodied with some chunky tannins, enough acidity and a slightly drying finish. This needs powerful food. Drink now-2016. Tandem is a new name in Navarra, created in 2003 in the Yerri Valley, where soils are rich in clay and their 22 hectares of vineyards are located at 600 meters altitude. The wines are moved by gravity and mature for at least two years in underground concrete vats. I didn’t have the chance to taste their top wine, the 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Ars Memoria. Various US importers, including Aviva Vino, NY; Barsotti Wines, PA; and Grape Expectations, CA.