Not far from the mountain town of Tupungato, the Urquia family have invested in 300 hectares of desert soils shadowed by the immensity of the Argentine Andes. The winery's name, Urqo, elegantly merges the family's surname and the Uco Valley. Urqo's vineyards spread across Los Chacayes and Tupungato districts and benefit from this raw exposure. The high UV and the mean, sandy soils of the desert environment are ideal for producing characterful fruit. The bodega itself is minimalist, a clean white structure designed, in simple terms, to best convey the essence of these grapes.

The wine labels reflect owner Loli Urquia's deep respect for the earth's natural energies. Alongside young Uruguayan winemaker Leo Pisano, the small team are overseen by the consultative presence of affable local legend Daniel Pi. Their collaborative efforts yield wines with the aromatic purity of the Andean air and a pronounced mineral quality. This energy and perfume belies the austerity in which they are grown.

Grown in Finca Los Durmientes, located in Tupungato, Uco Valley, on deep sandy soil. The average elevation here is 1.100 meters over sea level.

Harvest takes place in two different stages, the first early in the season to capture high acidity and herbal notes and the second later for ripeness, structure and floral aromas. Fermentation lasts for seven to ten days. Once finished, the wine is left on its lees for three months before final blending.

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