Buscado Vivo o Muerto La Verdad 2016

Buscado Vivo o Muerto La Verdad 2016 is a characterful red blend from Mendoza that brings together the finesse of Cabernet Franc with the plush depth of Malbec. Crafted in small quantities by Bodega Buscado Vivo o Muerto, it’s a wine that leans into Argentina’s high‑altitude terroir to deliver precision, freshness and layered complexity. The name “La Verdad” – “The Truth” – reflects the producer’s aim to capture an unvarnished expression of place and vintage in each bottle.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, La Verdad 2016 shows a deep ruby core with garnet reflections at the rim, signaling both concentration and graceful evolution. The nose opens with ripe blackberries, cassis and dark cherries, followed by floral hints of violets, dried herbs, graphite and a touch of sweet spice from time in oak. On the palate, this wine is medium to full‑bodied, with a vibrant, cool‑climate freshness that lifts the dark fruit. Cabernet Franc brings notes of redcurrant, tobacco leaf and subtle pepper, while Malbec adds plush black plum, cocoa and a supple, velvety texture. Fine‑grained tannins frame the wine without dominating, and the acidity is well integrated, giving a long, focused finish with hints of cedar and mineral. At this stage, the 2016 vintage is drinking beautifully, with its structure and concentration suggesting it can continue to evolve positively for several more years if cellared properly.

Production
La Verdad 2016 is sourced from high‑altitude vineyards in Mendoza, where intense sunlight, cool Andean nights and rocky, well‑drained soils combine to produce grapes of notable purity and aromatic intensity. Yields are kept low, and the grapes are harvested by hand to ensure only the healthiest, optimally ripe clusters reach the winery. After a careful sorting, the fruit is fermented in temperature‑controlled tanks to preserve varietal character and freshness. The wine then spends time maturing in oak barrels, allowing the blend of Cabernet Franc and Malbec to knit together, gain texture and complexity, while maintaining the clarity of its high‑altitude origin.

Food & Serving
This wine pairs effortlessly with robust, flavorful dishes. Think grilled or charcoal‑seared beef, lamb chops, slow‑braised short ribs, or game birds, as well as earthy mushroom dishes, aged hard cheeses and herb‑rubbed roasted vegetables. For the best experience, serve La Verdad 2016 at around 16–18°C (60–64°F). Decanting for 30–60 minutes before serving helps the wine open up, softening the tannins and allowing its layered aromatics to fully express themselves.

Producer
Bodega Buscado Vivo o Muerto is a boutique Argentine producer known for seeking out distinctive, often rugged vineyard sites across Mendoza and translating them into expressive, small‑lot wines. The project’s philosophy centers on minimal intervention and letting each parcel tell its own story, which has quickly earned them attention among wine lovers looking beyond the classic Malbec stereotype. By focusing on blends such as Cabernet Franc–Malbec and emphasizing high‑altitude terroir, the winery has helped showcase the diversity and sophistication possible in modern Argentine reds, contributing to Mendoza’s reputation as one of the world’s most exciting New World wine regions.

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