Alhambra Single Vineyard Malbec

Varietal/Blend: 100% malbec (massale selection)

Farming: trellis system, flood irrigation, manual pruning, handpicked.

Fermentation: during 8-10 days at 25 oC. Maceration for 7-10 days.

Aging: 12 month in used French oak barrels Alcohol: 14.50 % Soil: limestone Vine Age: The vines were planted in 1997

Yeast: cultured

Fined: none

Filtered: none

The Uco Valley AVA in southern Mendoza sits at the base of the Andes Mountains at an altitude of 4000 feet above sea level. Estate fruit only is used for this wine, it is entirely handpicked. Unfined and unfiltered, matured in French oak for 12 months.

Classic lush Malbec flavors of blackberry, mocha, and earth are enhanced by a touch of oak. This has a very balanced palate between fruit and tannin, making it a wonderful everyday wine. We like to pair it with all kinds of meats, beans, and root vegetables.

Lamb, duck, and venison. 
 
Also recommended:

Barbeque/Grilled
Beef/Red Meat
Mild Cheese
Pasta/Pizza
Pork
Vegetables