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Andean Vineayards Malbec 2008
Argentina
Variety
Area of Origin
100% Malbec
Mendoza
Mendoza is the most important and most
popular viticultural region in Argentina. It
extends on 260 000 hectares and it produces
70% of all Argentinian wine. There are 30 000
winemakers that produce red wines and
over 40 000 hectares are planted with white
vines. There is dry steppe climate and the
temperatures climb to 40 degrees in
summer. Mendoza also suffer from lack of
rain, but thanks to artificial water systems canals, the water flows from the melting of
Andean glaciers to the growing regions.
Terroir
Maipú 500m – Agrelo 750m
Sandy soil with broken rocks and pebbled
sub-soil, with very low level of organic
matter.
Vinification
Hand harvesting. Destemming. Cold skin
maceration. Addition of selected yeasts.
Fermentation at 23°-26ºC during 15 days.
Subtle contact with oak. Pneumatic press.
Controlled natural malolactic fermentation.
Blending. Stabilizing. Filtration. Bottling.
Tasting notes
Deep red-violet color. Rich, concentrated
scents of plums and cherries with notes of
vanilla and chocolate. In the mouth it is
juicy, with layers of ripe red fruit, coffee and
toasted flavours. Tannins are velvety and
sweet, ending with a long fruity aftertaste.
Food pairing
The ideal wine for grilled meat. Combines
also very well with pasta, mild to spicy
cuisine and ripe cheeses.
Analysis
Alc/Vol: 13,5%
Acidity: 5,41 g/L