Overview
Tannat is to Uruguay what Malbec is to Argentina — an adopted grape that found its highest expression in a new hemisphere. Uruguay's maritime climate (cooler and wetter than Mendoza) gives Tannat ripeness without losing its characteristic structure. Bodega Garzón's single vineyard Tannat — from Maldonado's granite and gneiss soils above the Atlantic — is the country's most internationally celebrated wine.
In The Glass
- Colour
- Deep purple
- Nose
- Dark plum, Blackberry, Black cherry, Violet and Dark chocolate.
- Palate
- South America's secret — massive Tannat tamed by the Atlantic, built to age. Generally very full-bodied, medium acidity, grippy tannins, dry, with a very long finish.
Tasting Profile
Body Very Full5/5
Tannins Grippy5/5
Acidity Medium3/5
Sweetness Bone Dry1/5
Alcohol High4/5
Grapes
TannatMerlotCabernet SauvignonPinot Noir
Aromas And Notes
Dark plumBlackberryBlack cherryCassisVioletDark chocolateIronGraphiteLeatherCoffeeCedarGame
Terroir
Maritime temperate — Atlantic influence, moderate temperatures, significant rainfall. No extreme heat or cold.
GraniteGneissSandy loamClay
Food Pairings
Asado (Uruguayan BBQ)Chivito (steak sandwich)Lamb chopsAged estancia cheese
Notable Producers
- Bodega Garzón, founded 2011 - Single Vineyard Tannat
- Bouza, founded 2000 - Tannat Monte Vide Eu
- Pisano, founded 1924 - RPF Tannat