Preludio

Profile & Story

WINEMAKER Santiago Deicas VINEYARD Castelar, Progreso, Canelones - 14,3 Miles to the sea Mar de Piedras, Sierra de Mahoma, San José - 24,8 Miles to the sea Valle de los Manantiales, Sierras de Garzón, Maldonado - 13,7 Miles to the sea Don Pedro, El Carmen, Durazno - 105,6 Miles to the sea Cerro del Guazuvirá, Lavalleja - 16,7 Miles to the sea HARVEST DETAILS In January, there was 8% less rainfall than the average, with the precipitation concentra- ted in a single event in the middle of the month. From then, when the ripening of most varieties began, until the end of the harvest, there was no significant rainfall, resulting in a significant dry period. It is considered by many to be one of the best harvests in history. WINEMAKING In the vineyard, the most concentrated clusters are selected from parcels with controlled yields of around 40 hl per hectare. Harvesting is done manually, with rigorous selection of clusters in the vineyard and a second selection grain by grain in the winery after destemming. A prolonged maceration of more than three weeks allows the musts to concentrate aromas and flavors of fruits, spices, and flowers, which then develop during aging. Aging takes place in barrels in a stone cellar established in 1745, where the naturally constant temperature and humidity conditions ensure the best evolution of the wine. Every six months, the best barrels are selected to continue the increasingly demanding aging process. Starting each year with 600 barrels, the aging concludes with fewer than 200 barrels. Aging in the CAVA PRELUDIO is crucial to achieving the wine's identity. If the barrels do not spend at least 2 years there, they do not achieve the desired profile. Then, the tasting committee prepares the 2 best blend options, which are taken to the CENA PRELUDIO to choose the one to be bottled. Following the most traditional methods, PRELUDIO is bottled unfiltered in dark bottles to continue maturing for several years in another underground cellar, in individual stacks. AGING PROGRAME 3 years in barrel, 2 of which must be in the CAVA PRELUDIO (Preludio cellar). 3 years in bottle before being released to the market. AGING POTENTIAL It can be enjoyed now. However, this wine has a lot to gain over the next 30 years.

Pairing Recommendation

Preludio is crafted with a deep focus on harmony. Because the blend is designed to achieve a seamless integration of structure and elegance, it is an extremely gastronomic wine. Its signature "smooth-yet-structured" profile means it doesn't overpower food; instead, it adapts to a wide array of flavors. Versatile Pairings: While its body is substantial enough for Braised Short Ribs or Wild Boar, its "amable" (friendly) and elegant tannins allow it to pair beautifully with more delicate but savory dishes like Roasted Duck with Fig Reduction, Mushroom Risotto, or even Seared Herb-Crusted Lamb. A Master for Pasta: Its balanced acidity and polished texture make it a fantastic companion for Rich Pasta Dishes. It shines alongside Truffle Tagliatelle, Mushroom Ravioli in a Brown Butter Sauce, or a Slow-Cooked Short Rib Agnolotti. It has the structure to match the meat but the elegance to let the pasta's delicacy show through. From Start to Finish: Whether you are serving aged cheeses like Manchego as an appetizer or a rich Beef Wellington as a main course, Preludio’s refined profile makes it the perfect candidate for almost any pairing in a multi-course dinner. The Experience: A sophisticated, all-terrain wine that elevates any culinary experience.