Winemaker Notes
Finca Mirador is a wine distinguished by its tasty character, with an elegant finish and endless possibilities storage.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
Tons of black fruit with a note of graphite, violets and dark chocolate. Plush, gritty tannins with concentrated, juicy blackberries and very silky tannins. Ripe, rich but still fresh, with a lingering finish that goes on and on. A full-bodied, rich and plush wine, but fresh and balanced. Drink or hold.
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The softest and ripest wine in Achaval Ferrer's Finca range, the 2021 Malbec Finca Mirador was produced from vines planted in 1921 in the sandy soils of eastern Mendoza's Medrano district. The warm conditions here contribute to its soft, fruit-dominated aromatic profile, which is defined by inky compote notes with spice-driven accents. It is dense, oily and powerful on the palate yet retains a vibrant core that runs through the saturated, savory finish.
Celebrated for its bold flavors and supple texture, Malbec has enjoyed runaway success in Argentina since the late 20th century. The grape originated in Bordeaux, France, where it historically contributed color and tannin to blends. A French agronomist, who saw great potential for the variety in Mendoza’s hot, high-altitude landscape, brought Malbec to Argentina in 1868. Somm Secret—If you’re trying to please a crowd, Malbec is generally a safe bet with its combination of dense fruit and soft tannins.
By far the largest and best-known winemaking province in Argentina, Mendoza is responsible for over 70% of the country’s enological output. Set in the eastern foothills of the Andes Mountains, the climate is dry and continental, presenting relatively few challenges for viticulturists during the growing season. Mendoza, divided into several distinctive sub-regions, including Luján de Cuyo and the Uco Valley, is the source of some of the country’s finest wines.
For many wine lovers, Mendoza is practically synonymous with Malbec. Originally a Bordelaise variety brought to Argentina by the French in the mid-1800s, here it found success and renown that it never knew in its homeland where a finicky climate gives mixed results. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot and Pinot Noir are all widely planted here as well (and sometimes even blended with each other or Malbec). Mendoza's main white varieties include Chardonnay, Torrontés, Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon.