Carlos Pulenta, one of the innovators of the Argentinian wine industry, built Bodega Vistalba in 2002 following the Bordeaux chateaux model. The Tomero became a part of the vineyard scenario in 1833 and his presence continues to this day. His job is the distribution of irrigation water in those vineyards or crop fields which, by law, are entitled to use the river water. The Tomero is hired by the landowners, and his duty is to open and close the “Tome de Agua” (Water Intake Channel) of each estate. Today, the Tomero is the symbol of an irrigation system developed more than 100 years ago, that has enabled the development of vine-growing regions in Mendoza. Argentina, Mendoza APPELLATION: Mendoza GRAPES: Malbec APPEARANCE: An intense claret red with a dark core AROMA: Tomero Malbec displays tenacious aromas of Turkish fig, white chocolate, and notes of prune imparted by time spent in French oak. PALATE: A fresh entry and a bright, juicy mouthfeel are complemented by sweet and robust tannins. The finish is full and spicy, calling for another sip. FOOD PAIRING: T-Bone Steak on the charcoal, Sunday Roast, Lasagna SERVE: 16°C
