Bodega Colomé Auténtico Malbec, 2022

Vineyards:

The altitude of the Upper Calchaqui Valley has a positive impact on the quality of the grapes because the sun's ultraviolet rays are present to a higher degree. The higher the altitude, the more exposed the grapes are to the sun's ultraviolet rays, which makes them able to generate a thicker and darker skin to protect themselves. This leads to more colour and concentration of flavour building up in the grapes. The climate here is dry with very little rainfall, on average around 120mm per year. A large temperature difference (25°C) between day and night aids the retention of natural acidity within the grapes. The fruit for this wine comes predominantly from the Santa Jakoba vineyard, which has some of the oldest vines in Argentina dating back to 1854. Soils are sandy with layers of gravel which aid drainage. The vineyards are all farmed biodynamically.

Vinification:

The grapes were triple sorted, once in the vineyard, once for imperfections on the sorting table at the winery and then once more for green material in the must before entering the fermentation tanks. The wine was produced using traditional techniques: no commercial yeasts were added, acid additions were minimal and the wine was bottled without filtration. This results in harsher tannins, which will soften in the bottle with time.

Tasting Notes:

An intense colour with violet tones. Aromas of black fruit, cherries, white mulberry, figs and spice. A robust and concentrated palate with a balanced acidity and an elegant spiciness on the finish

Food Suggestion: Best with chargrilled red meats but can also be enjoyed with spicy bean casseroles.

Closure: Natural Cork  ABV: 14.5%  Acidity [g/l]: 5.75