The Altocedro Malbec La Consulta Gran Reserva 2021 showcases the unique terroir of La Consulta in Argentina, celebrated for its rich soils and ideal climate. This wine embodies the winemaking philosophy of Altocedro, focusing on tradition and quality. With its deep flavors and robust character, it offers a genuine taste of the region.

Composition: 100% Malbec. Vine age and soil type add complexity to the wine.
Winemaking: Crafted with meticulous care, the wine undergoes a careful fermentation process in small batches.
Aging: The wine is aged in French oak barrels for 18 months to enhance its depth and elegance.

Wine Critic Reviews

Patricio Tapia - Descorchados (96): This is another classic in Karim Mussi’s portfolio, but also a classic of modern Argentine malbec, especially from Uco. It’s from century-old vineyards in La Consulta (along with 5% semillon from another very old vineyard nearby), fermented with whole, uncrushed grapes in sealed barrels, and the lack of oxygen slows down the process. The wine is then aged in the same barrels for two years. It’s an almost delicate malbec, with blue fruit and herbal tones, but also flowers. The texture is very smooth, the wine medium- to full-bodied, but the tannins are smooth. It tastes succulent yet fluid thanks to the acidity that seems to come from a rather cold year like 2021. A wine that needs at least five years in the bottle.

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