Winemaker Notes
Violet red color with a blackish background. Complex and intense aromas of crème brûlée, candied fruit, plums, and black fruit. Its structure, volume and silkiness stand out. A very elegant wine with a long finish.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
A very dense and mineral malbec from Gualtallary that has abundant chalky tannins. Dense and structured with blueberries, stones, graphite, cigar box and a hint of dark chocolate and balsamic fruit. Full-bodied, muscular but fully resolved, with a great, lengthy finish that lasts over 30 seconds. The absence of mid-palate fleshiness makes it more attractively austere. Better from 2025.
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.