Explore the nuanced flavors of high-altitude Mendoza with the 2022 Manos Negras "Stone Soil" Malbec. This wine offers a vivid portrait of its rugged terroir, with aromas of black plum, crushed violets, and graphite leading into a concentrated palate of dark berry, cassis, and smoky herbs. Firm yet polished tannins frame the wine, while a spine of acidity and a stony, persistent finish reflect the distinctive character of this cuvée.

Composition: 100% Malbec. Vine age and soil type: High-altitude vineyards with mineral-rich, stony soils.

Winemaking: Traditional fermentation techniques to enhance varietal expression.

Aging: Aged in oak barrels to integrate flavors and add complexity.

Wine Critic Reviews

Patricio Tapia - Descorchados (94): From vineyards with very stony soils, with gravel covered with lime in the Altamira area, in the Uco Valley, this wine has 20% whole cluster and nine months of aging in oak. It is an expression of great fruit intensity, combined with flowers and a touch of herbs. The texture, very close to lime, offers vertical and firm tannins, like needles on the palate. The floral finish leaves you wanting to keep drinking.