Domaines Barons de Rothschild, Caro Mendoza Red, 2021 Bordeaux Beyond Red Calcis highlights Sicily’s mineral-rich limestone

Calcis highlights Sicily’s mineral-rich limestone terroir with clarity and balance

slightly nutty note

with bright acidity giving it lift and energy

but also enjoyable on its own after a short decant

firm tannins

Domaines Barons de Rothschild, Caro Mendoza Red, 2021 Bordeaux Beyond Red Calcis highlights Sicily’s mineral-rich limestoneBodegas CARO is a joint venture between Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) and the Catena family, conceived in 1998 1999 with a first vintage in 2000. The name combines CA (Catena) + RO (Rothschild). Since 2003, wines have been vinified in a heritage building with underground cellars dating to 1884. Vineyards span Lujn de Cuyo and Uco Valley at 800 1,400 meters elevation. Lafite contributes Cabernet Sauvignon expertise; Catena brings Malbec and