Bodega Noemia de Patagonia A Lisa Malbec 2016
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A Lisa is a very versatile wine that can be enjoyed by itself, with pasta, red or white meat, or even fish.
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Ripe, with dark plum and fig flavors that are robust and filled with plenty of smoky notes. Dried beef accents show on the finish. Drink now.
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The oldest of the two vintages I tasted of the entry-level red, the 2016 A Lisa is a blend of Malbec with some 9% Merlot and 1% Petit Verdot. It has some tempera paint, licorice and singed leather aromas, which seem to increase with time in the glass. This sees a short fermentation with little extraction, and 15% of the wine matured in used barriques for ten months, while the rest was kept in stainless steel. There is an earthy and leathery character, which some might associate with the Rhône or even Bordeaux, as well as notes of Chinese ink and licorice, with darker fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with some dusty tannins and a dry finish, somewhat austere. The touch of animal character (which I'm sure some might love) makes me hesitate. 60,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in January 2017.
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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.
One of the most southerly regions on the globe for fine wine production, Patagonia has experienced extraordinary vineyard expansion since the early 2000s.
Patagonia vineyards occupy the lower foothills of the Andes at 1,000 to 1,600 feet. Here cold air drops at night from incredibly steep elevations—the Andes reach well over 15,000 feet in this zone—a phenomenon that produces drastic diurnal shifts. Cold nights contrasted with hot summer days produce grapes with striking color, full ripeness, great finesse and aromatic intensity.
Favored for its luxury brands, the Patagonia wine growing region of Argentina focuses on a diverse array of international varieties: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillón and Viognier among the white grapes, and Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon for reds.