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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.<\/p>\n
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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":"
The vineyard was planted in 1921 over an ancient dry riverbed in Medrano. Mirador is sun, sand and furious heat; and although water is no longer flowing through this dry river, a cool breeze comes down every night and helps to maintain the natural acidity of this full ripened Malbec.<\/p>\n
“Complex and really seductive blueberry, flint and balsamic notes with violets and dark spices. A full-bodied red with dense and polished tannins. Very tight and broad on the palate, packed with firm, muscular tannins. Better to hold. Best from 2024.” – James Suckling, 95 Points<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Grape:<\/strong> 100% Malbec<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":17094,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"yoast_head":"\n