ACHAVAL FERRER Finca Altamira 2019

HK$1,195.00

Altamira vineyard was planted in 1950 at the foothill of the Andes just below the Tunuyán river. The very challenging growing conditions and the soil profile give this wine a very unique character. Orange peel and balsamic flavors combine harmoniously the violets and red fruit notes typical from Malbec. Mineral notes and sharp acidity.

“The impressive 2019 Malbec Finca Altamira has finesse and intensity and the expression of this vineyard by the Tunuyán River. It has mineral expression, citrus freshness and the mid-palate complexity that has made Altamira famous. They have shortened the time in barrel to 13 months, so they respect more the personality of the wine with more careful oaking. This is both powerful and elegant, perfumed, complex and serious with a very balanced palate and elegant and fine tannins that make it fine boned, like the best vintages of this wine.” – Wine Advocate, 96 Points

“Sweet spices and blueberries, blackberries and blue flowers with hints of chocolate and deep, tangy oyster-shell minerality. The tannin is tight but extremely fine-grained with dense, concentrated fruit. Yet, it doesn’t feel heavy. There’s a fine, saline smack to the finish, too.” – James Suckling, 97 Points

Grape: 100% Malbec

Country

Argentina

Region

Mendoza

Sub-Region

Altamira – Uco Valley

Producer

Achaval Ferrer

Farming

Sustainable, Vegan

Vintage

2019

Awards

JS 97, TA 96, VN 94, WA 96

Bottle Size

75cl

Alcohol

14.2%

Perfect for

Dinner with Connoisseurs, Special Occasion

Pairing

Cheese and Charcuterie, Red Meat

Serve at

18-20 C˚

Type

Red

Argentina

Argentina is one of the major wine countries in the world.

Out of all of the wines that Argentina produces, it is perhaps best known for creating outstanding Malbecs. They are representing almost half of red varieties cultivated area in the country.

The most highly rated Malbec wines originate from Mendoza. They are located in the foothills of the Andes mountains between 850 and 1,520 m.

A Malbec is a wine that is known for having a strong and fruity flavor and a very smooth texture and finish. It is allowing to enjoy an exciting flavor that is delightful to drink. It is a rich and dark wine that some say has a flavor that can be compared to a plum.

Achaval Ferrer

Founded in 1998, Achaval Ferrer has become one of the best producers of Argentinean wines from the Mendoza mountains.

It is a small winery – 54 hectares – focused quality.

Low yields allow the vineyards to express their personality in the grapes.

Low intervention winemaking allows the grapes to fully express their vineyard in the bottle.

The outstanding reputation came from their Fincas, single Malbec vineyards.

The vines range in age from 70 to over 110 years old and are un-grafted. Aged for 15 months in new French oak barrels.

The Fincas have their own unique personalities and profiles. However, they are united by the common threads of rich, dark berry fruit flavors and aromas. Hints of espresso and leather and lifted with floral notes and noticeable minerality.