Altos Las Hormigas Appellation Paraje Altamira Malbec 2015 Front Bottle Shot
Altos Las Hormigas Appellation Paraje Altamira Malbec 2015 Front Bottle Shot Altos Las Hormigas Appellation Paraje Altamira Malbec 2015 Front Label

Winemaker Notes

Structure and finesse is one of the hardest combinations to achieve when making a wine. This Malbec from Paraje Altamira, in the Uco Valley, reunites these characteristics, making Altos las Hormigas proud. A subtle and graceful wine that is nonetheless also very complex. Its expanding aromas unfold in different layers, with red fruit notes invading the nose on the first approach. Upon that, underbrush notes such as wild arugula and thyme stand out, then showing mineral aromas typical of limestone soils. These soils provide the wine with fine and structured tannins... the tannins that are the very backbone of this Altamira Malbec.

Professional Ratings

  • 93
    A layered and pretty wine with blackberry, stone and dark-chocolate character. Medium to full body, firm and medium chewy tannins and a fresh finish.
Altos Las Hormigas

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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.

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Uco Valley

Mendoza, Argentina

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With a winning combination of cool weather, high elevation and well-draining alluvial soils, it is no surprise that Mendoza’s Uco Valley is one of the most exciting up-and-coming wine regions in Argentina. Healthy, easy-to-manage vines produce low yields of high-quality fruit, which in turn create flavorful, full-bodied wines with generous acidity.

This is the source of some of the best Malbec in Mendoza, which can range from value-priced to ultra-premium. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Chardonnay also perform well here.

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