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Don Cristóbal 1492 Barrel Selection Shiraz combines ripe dark fruit, elegant oak aging, and refined structure to create a rich Argentine red wine designed for memorable meals and special moments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eProduced in the heart of \u003cstrong data-end=\"654\" data-start=\"632\"\u003eMendoza, Argentina\u003c\/strong\u003e, Don Cristóbal 1492 Barrel Selection Shiraz reflects the region’s ability to craft expressive and balanced red wines with international recognition.\u003cbr\u003eThe character of Shiraz grown at the foothills of the Andes, where sunny days and cool nights allow the grapes to develop intense aromas while preserving natural freshness.\u003cbr\u003eAfter careful harvesting and fermentation, the wine spends \u003cstrong data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1069\"\u003e12 months aging in oak barrels (70% French oak and 30% American oak)\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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Its balanced acidity supports the fruit richness, leading to a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1708\" data-start=\"1657\"\u003elong, polished finish with delicate spice notes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eInternational critics have recognized the wine’s quality, including a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1820\" data-start=\"1781\"\u003e91-point rating from James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e, highlighting its structure, balance, and expressive dark fruit character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003eARGENTINE SHIRAZ EXPRESSION\u003c\/strong\u003e - A rich and structured Shiraz from Mendoza that showcases the intensity and balance of high-altitude Argentine vineyards.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2082\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003e12 MONTH OAK AGING\u003c\/strong\u003e - Aged in a combination of French and American oak barrels to develop complexity, texture, and subtle spice notes.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2248\"\u003eINTENSE FRUIT PROFILE\u003c\/strong\u003e - 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