Patito Feo

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Patito Feo (The "Ugly Duckling") is a tribute to the potential of Merlot in South America—a variety often misunderstood, but here, elevated to its maximum expression. Sourced from a meticulous selection of three Uco Valley vineyards—El Peral, Los Árboles, and Cordón del Plata—and aged for 12 months in oak, this wine is a masterclass in balance. Moving away from the overly sweet or flat styles of the past, this Merlot celebrates precision and freshness. Its vibrant red fruit aromas are perfectly framed by a sophisticated structure of sharp, needle-fine tannins that are elegant and never rustic. This is a benchmark for the varietal in the region: a fresh, juicy, and impeccably defined Merlot that deserves a place in every serious cellar.