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Argentina is one of the major wine countries in the world.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”13253″ img_size=”400×200″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n
Founded in 1998, Achaval Ferrer has become one of the best producers of Argentinean wines from the Mendoza mountains.<\/p>\n
It is a small winery – 54 hectares – focused quality.<\/p>\n
Low yields allow the vineyards to express their personality in the grapes.<\/p>\n
Low intervention winemaking allows the grapes to fully express their vineyard in the bottle.<\/p>\n
The outstanding reputation came from their Fincas, single Malbec vineyards.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Vineyard planted in 1910 at the Mendoza River south bank in the region of Perdriel (Lujan de Cuyo). Distinguished by its smoothing features and finely meshed texture. It is elegant and aromatic with an endless finish and a juicy acidity that stands out.<\/p>\n
“Toasty oak gives lots of sweet-spice and chocolate character here, followed by blackberries, blueberries and hints of nori, flint and violet extract. Really precise on the palate, showing ripe but freshly crushed blueberries and flowers. Really long, focused finish. Give it a year to let the oak settle, even if it drinks effortlessly now.” – James Suckling, 96 Points<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Grape:<\/strong> 100% Malbec<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":17100,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"yoast_head":"\n