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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":"
Altamira vineyard was planted in 1950 at the foothill of the Andes just below the Tunuy\u00e1n 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.<\/p>\n
“This is probably the freshest and most eclectic among the four 2021 Finca wines that Achaval Ferrer produces now. Ripe but fresh and complex, with plenty of layers. Black and blue fruit, violets, graphite, dark chocolate and just a touch of balsam. Fresh yet hedonistic with fine veins of tannins. Plush and extremely long. A big step up from the challenging 2020. Likely one of the best, too. Drink or hold.” – James Suckling, 98 Points<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Grape:<\/strong> 100% Malbec<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":19955,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"yoast_head":"\n