Winemaker Notes
Intense purple with violet tones. Concentrated aromas of red berries, plums, cherries and raisins, highlighted by notes of toast, coconut and vanilla from aging in new French oak barrels. In the mouth the wine reveals its best attributes with a sweet entry, soft and intense tannins that give creaminess, volume and meatiness. The flavors of ripe fruit stand perfectly amalgamated with spicy and smoky wood, leaving a pleasant and persistent finish. Food Pairings Typical Argentine dishes: grilled meats, to the dough or clay oven. Stews and smoked meats.
Professional Ratings
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Wine & Spirits
A selection of fruit from Trapiche’s vineyards in Tupungato, aged in new French oak barrels, this is a dark, brooding malbec. It’s as dense as plum pudding, and as concentrated in its fruit flavors; notes of black tea, black peppercorns and pencil shavings add refinement, balancing the wine with their savor and grip.
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James Suckling
This is one of the best bottlings of this I have had with dark-berry, dark-tea and slate character on the nose and palate. Full-to medium-bodied, tight and finely tannined. Solid finish.
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Tasting Panel
This deep purple–hued, woodsy, earthy red exudes aromas of boysenberries and dried figs. Dusty tannins align with baker’s chocolate on the palate as fine acidity lifts the structure with reined-in power
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The fruit driven and varietal 2016 Medalla Malbec was juicy, varietal and classical, easy to drink, approachable and tasty. This might not be terribly complex but it's really pleasant. And it seems to have the extra freshness that I as missing in previous years... 150,000 bottles produced.
Trapiche represents the richness of diversity in Argentina. Trapiche's motto is "where there is soil, the sky is the limit" and this leads the brand to explore Argentina's extensive lands in search of new experiences. Since 1883, Trapiche has been located in Maipú, in the province of Mendoza, and is the leading Argentine winery in terms of production and exports, reaching over 80 countries. Since the beginning, Trapiche has understood the promise of viticulture in Argentina. Trapiche specializes in bringing out the best of each terroir and creating unique wines from each. This diversity is possible thanks to 3000 acres of owned vineyards and 300 independent producers who contribute their best grapes for the wines. Quality, innovation and diversity have always been the pillars that guide Trapiche's journey.
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.