Combo of Malbecs from Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, selected by our Head Sommelier.
Luján de Cuyo, in the province of Mendoza, is between 700 and 1,000 meters above sea level. It constitutes a terroir of excellence, considered one of the best wine-growing areas in Argentina, not only for Malbec. Varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris and Torrontés stand out.
The Combo Includes:
1 Aruma 2020 - 92 TA
1 Altos Las Hormigas Malbec Terroir Lujan de Cuyo Organic 2019
1 Hey Malbec 2021
1 Feline Malbec 2020 - 93 JS
Malbec is the flagship variety of Argentina and the one that best represents the local palate: since 2011 it is the most cultivated variety in the country, and has positioned itself as a leader in volume, quality and exports worldwide.
Noted for its intense dark color and fruity explosion, Malbec offers a wide range of aromatic profiles associated with the specific conditions of the terroir. In general, its aromas are reminiscent of cherries, strawberries or plums, raisins and black pepper, in some cases reminiscent of cooked fruit (jam). Aged in wood, it acquires notes of coffee, vanilla and chocolate. On the palate it has the ability to fill the palate thanks to its sweet, silky and enveloping tannins.
Refined, vigorous and balanced, Malbec gives rise to a diversity of styles that reflect its great potential. It is the quintessential red to accompany any dish: from the traditional Argentine barbecue or the typical corn-based humita from the north of the country, to international dishes such as pasta, pizza, tamales or sushi.
