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Kirjeldus

“This 100% Malbec stems from the alluvial terrace of Altamira, lying at 1,200 meters above sea level. The soil consists of 3% clay in the fine matrix with limestone covered pebbles and gravels that occupy 85% of the soil volume, giving the wine its elegance and minerality. The grapes go through a double selection process and are released by gravity into small concrete containers. The alcoholic fermentation begins with indigenous yeasts at 26°C for 15 days. In order to maintain careful, gentle handling, pumping is not used; the cap is rotated by manual pigeage throughout the fermentation. The wine was matured in 3,500 liter untoasted foudres for 18 months, and 12 months in the bottle. There was a coarse filtration prior to bottling, to ensure no interference with the quality of the wine. A fantastic Paraje Altamira, shows as much complexity, concentration, and texture as this appellation can deliver; without resigning drinkability nor grace. It has a deep ruby red color with soft violet hues. The nose is intense and elegant, with aromas of black fruits, cassis and plums, as well as herbal aromas, mainly eucalyptus. Subtle notes of chalk and orange peel begin to show as the wine opens in the glass. The attack is impressive; it is juicy, fresh and vertical in the palate. It has great texture, notes of chalk and a long and velvety finish that leaves you with a watering mouth and a smile on your face.” Alberto Antonini (Winemaker)

“Among the estate’s range of grands crus, Altamira stands out! Finesse and structure are one of the most difficult alliances to achieve in a wine. The latter achieves this unique combination with a multi-faceted cru, subtle and graceful, but with a strong structure that supports and lengthens the mouth and evokes the soil of limestone origin. It’s a cru where patience is rewarded by the nuances that appear in the glass.” Tim Atkin 97 points

“Very spicy on the nose with nutmeg, cinnamon and other spices plus black fruit. Full and powerful with intense velvety tannins that give a chewy sense to the wine and so much length and energy. It goes on for minutes. Needs three or four years to come together. Best after 2026.” James Suckling 96 points

“The 2020 Malbec Appellation Altamira was produced with 100% organic grapes from their Jardín Altamira property at 1,200 meters in altitude. This is the first vintage from the new plantings, and the wine doesn’t show it; it has depth and complexity, showing how the place is often more important than the age of the vines. It fermented in concrete with indigenous yeasts and 30% full clusters and matured 50% in concrete and the other 50% in untoasted 3,500-liter French oak foudres for 20 months. It has 13.5% alcohol, and even in a warm and dry year like 2020, this Altamira comes through as very balanced and fresh, with notes of aromatic herbs, expressive and open. It has a serious palate, balanced, medium-bodied and dry, with a chalky texture and the seriousness from the cooler years. It seems to transcend the vintage. 11,400 bottles were filled in July 2022.” Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate 95 points

“Paraje Altamira is one of Uco’s top terroirs and Alto Las Hormigas’ organic vineyard here, Jardín de Altamira, provides the grapes for this excellent Malbec aged in 3,500L foudres and concrete. Aromas of violets, herbs, sour cherry and hints of thyme. Broad but well-marshalled with striking freshness and a chalky texture. A profound, layered wine.” Decanter 95 points