Malbec
The Malbec grape is native to the south-western area of France, in particular from Cahors. Known in antiquity as Cot or Noir de Pressac, it later takes its name from the winemaker Malbeck who spread it widely. From the DNA analysis it seems that it derives from the spontaneous crossing between Prunelard and Magdeleine Noire des Charentes, an old French variety, also ancestor of Merlot.
The Malbec grape was introduced in Argentina towards the middle of the 19th century, where it found ideal conditions to express itself on interesting qualitative levels. In particular, the cultivation at high altitudes has brought to light a profile of greater finesse, with more elegant tannins and great aromatic concentration. Today in Argentina it is cultivated on over 26,000 hectares and is the most widespread red grape variety of all, while in France there are only about 1,000 hectares left, cultivated in the Medoc area, where it is used in a small percentage in Bordeaux blends.
It is a plant that produces quite large clusters, with berries with a dark blue, almost black skin. The wine has an intense ruby red color. The nose expresses a bouquet with notes of plum, red fruit and slightly vegetable scents. The taste is rich, warm with an important tannic texture and moderate freshness.
Mendoza IG El Enemigo Malbec 2021 Bodega Aleanna
Bodega Aleanna's El Enemigo Malbec comes from vineyards located in Tunuyàn, in the Uco valley, in the extraordinary region of Mendoza.
It is produced 89% with Malbec grapes, 6% with Cabernet Franc grapes and 5% with Petit Verdot grapes. Fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature of 29 ° C for about 20 days, with a maceration of 30 days. Subsequently the wine ages in barrique before being bottled.
It is characterized by an intense ruby red color. The nose opens with an intense bouquet, wi...
View product pageValle de Uco IG The President's Blend 2021 Escorihuela Gascón
The President's Blend red wine by Escorihuela Gascón is born in vineyards located in the Valle de Uco and in the San José de Tupungato region.
The wine is a blend of Malbec (85%), Cabernet Sauvignon (10%) and Syrah (5%). After vinification, 80% of the wine is aged in French oak barriques for 16 months.
In the glass the wine has a ruby red color. The nose reveals aromas of red fruits, black fruit jam in addition to a balsamic note and notes of sweet spices. The sip is broad and balanced, with fine-...
View product pageTupungato Malbec IG Synthesis 2021 Finca Sophenia
The Synthesis Malbec of Finca Sophenia is born in vineyards located on the gentle slopes of the wonderful Andes, in the famous Tupungato Valley, in the heart of the Mendoza region.
It is produced exclusively with Malbec grapes, harvested only by hand during the month of April. Fermentation takes place in contact with the yeasts, at controlled temperature, for about 14 days. Subsequently the wine ages in barrique for 12 months and for another 6 months in bottle, before being marketed.
It is charact...
View product pageValle de Uco IG Riserva Malbec 2021 Vinos de Potrero
The Malbec Reserva by Vinos de Potrero comes from pure Malbec grapes located in the Valle de Mendoza.
The grapes are vinified in concrete vats at 30 °C, with a maceration on the skins for 5 days. Ageing takes place in first and second passage barriques for 12 months.
It has an intense ruby red colour with garnet reflections. The nose is expressed with aromas of violets, plums, sweet spices and cocoa. With a good structure, it stands out for its intense sip, strong tannins and a savoury and persist...
View product pageMendoza IG Malbec Alegoría Gran Reserva 2021 Navarro Correas
The Malbec Gran Riserva Alegorìa by Navarro Correas is born in vineyards located in the localities of Tupungato, Tunuyán, Altamira, Gualtallary, La Consulta, Vista Flores (Valle de Uco) and Agrelo and Perdriel (Luján de Cuyo).
After vinification in thermo-regulated steel tanks, the wine ages 15 months in new French oak barrels.
In the glass the wine has a ruby red color with purple reflections. The nose reveals aromas of violet, red and black fruits, plums, blackberries and figs, with notes of lic...
View product pageTupungato Reserva IG Malbec Estate Reserva 2021 Finca Sophenia
Estate Reserva Malbec by Finca Sophenia comes from a blend of grapes harvested in the most famous wine-growing areas of Argentina: Gualtallary, Tupungato and Mendoza.
It is produced exclusively with Malbec grapes, harvested only by hand during the month of April. Fermentation takes place in contact with the yeasts at a controlled temperature for about 15 days. Subsequently the wine is aged in barrique for 12 months and for another 6 months in the bottle, before being placed on the market.
It is ch...
View product pageTupungato Malbec IG Altitud 2021 Andeluna
The Malbec of the Altitud di Andeluna line comes from vineyards located in the wine region of Mendoza, on the slopes of the Tupungato volcano.
It is produced with pure Malbec grapes, harvested exclusively by hand with careful selection of the bunches. After a brief maceration conducted at low temperatures, fermentation takes place, with indigenous yeasts, in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 26 ° C. Subsequently the wine ages for 8-12 months in French oak barrels and in bottles...
View product pageMendoza IG República del Malbec 2021 Matias Riccitelli
Riccitelli's República del Malbec is a red wine produced in the region of Las Compuertas, Luján de Cuyo and Mendoza, Argentina, from non-grafted vineyards planted in 1927. This Malbec represents the essence of the Argentine terroir, with vineyards grown without the use of herbicides or systemic products, located at 1,100 meters above sea level and on alluvial soils with a composition of sand, clay and gravel.
The grapes are hand-picked in small crates to preserve the integrity of the bunches. Aft...
View product pageMendoza Malbec IG Estate Premium 2021 Alta Vista
The Malbec of the Alta Vista Premium Estate line comes from vineyards located in the regions of Luján de Cuyo and Valle de Uco, located within Mendoza, the most important wine-growing area in Argentina.
The grapes, only of the Malbec variety, are subjected to a double sorting step in order to select the best grapes, then transferred to cement tanks using only the force of gravity. Fermentation begins with a long-lasting pre-fermentative cold maceration, then ends with a malolactic fermentation fo...
View product pageMendoza IG Malbec Barrel Select 2021 Norton
Malbec Barrel Select originates from the vineyards of the Argentine Norton winery, located in Luján de Cuyo, a city of Mendoza known worldwide for being the cradle of great red wines.
As the name suggests, it is obtained from a careful selection of first and second passage French oak barrels inside which, once the fermentation process is over, the wine stays for a period of at least 12 months. 6 months aging in bottle follows.
Deep ruby red with purplish fingernail, hints of ripe cassis and black ...
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