Bressano Malbec

Blend: 100% Malbec

Location: Paraje Altamira, Gualtallary, & Vista Flores, Uco Valley, Mendoza

Altitude: 1,000 – 1,300 m.a.s.l

Alcohol: 14.5% ABV

Tasting Note: Purplish red against a dark backdrop. Complex and intense aromas that unfold with notes of crème brulée, candied fruit, plums and black fruits. On the palate, its structure, volume and silkiness stand out, revealing a wonderful integration of fruit and oak after aging, and a lingering, very elegant finish.

Vinification: Pre-ferment maceration for 72 hours, followed by fermentation in barrels and stainless steel tanks, with overall maceration processes lasting between 15 and 24 days. Temperature fermentation does not go above 25°C. Aged 18 months in 225-litre French oak barrels, with 80% of the wine being aged in new barrels.

Vegetarian: Yes

Vegan: Yes

Food Match: Any grilled, smoky or spiced red meat such as a marinated flank steak, barbecue ribs, pork shoulder or blue cheese burgers. Also great with mushroom-based dishes or couscous stuffed peppers.