Argento Altamira Malbec, Argento, Single Vineyard, Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina 2021
Mendoza, Argentina
Tasting Notes
Argento Altamira Single Vineyard Malbec 2021 Organic. From high-altitude vineyards in Altamira, this single-vineyard Malbec is fermented in stainless steel and aged in French oak for added depth. Intense aromas of blackberry, blueberry, and floral notes combine with subtle spice and mineral hints. The palate is concentrated yet refined, with firm tannins and a persistent finish.
Food Matches
Game-Sausage Cassoulet, Brazillian Churrasco & Manchego Cheese
Wine Profile
Wine Type Red Wine
Vintage 2021
Style Medium Bodied Reds
Country Argentina
Region Mendoza
Grower Name Argento
Grape Variety Malbec
ABV 14.00%
Closure Natural Cork
Bottle Size 75cl
Allergens Sulphites
Method Organic, Vegan
SKU ARGALTAMMALB21
Grower
Argento
Bodega Argento was born from wanting to capture a sense of place; the dramatic Mendoza landscape. This is a region with a semi-arid climate, alluvial soils, pure mountain water from the Andes Range, dizzying high altitude, powerful dry winds and high sunlight intensity. From 2012 they wanted to lead the way in the production of organic and sustainable… Read More
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Mendoza
The largest and most important wine-growing region in Argentina, Mendoza is in the extreme west of the country, significantly separated from the Chilean border by Andes mountains. These mountains are by far the region's most dominant feature, providing shelter for the vineyards which lie at an altitude of between 600-1100m above sea level and receive very low annual… Read More
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Malbec
Malbec is a red grape variety once popular in Bordeaux, but now the grape is found mainly in Cahors, Southern France and is currently enjoying a renaissance in Argentina, where it has found a new home and is very much in the ascendency.In Argentina, and specifically Mendoza, Malbec is by far the most important wine grape, producing full-bodied, ripe and lush red wines full of… Read More
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