Winemaker Notes
Intense violet color. In the nose, aromas of black fruits, violets and spices. Mineral and graphite notes. Great balance and freshness in the mouth, with good concentration and medium structure. Soft tannins and persistent finish.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
Black cherries, red plums, fresh olives with baking spices and oregano. A medium-bodied red with juicy cherry and plummy fruit. Smoothly rendered and generous
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The juicy, primary and fruit-driven 2021 Estate Malbec was produced with grapes from different vineyards in the Valle de Uco with good ripeness to achieve 14.5% alcohol and a velvety texture. It's varietal and was bottled after 25% of the volume matured in used barrels for nine months while the rest was kept in concrete. Best after 2022.
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.
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.