2010 Vina Alicia Las Compuertas Malbec, Mendoza
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The Arizu family are pioneers in Mendoza and the sub region of Lujan de Cuyo. They have produced wines under the Luigi Bosca label for more than a century. In the late 80’s with iconic heritage vineyards, the oldest in the region, they saw the opportunity to create an ultra-premium boutique label with limited production from only the best fruit from their two iconic Mendoza vineyards.
The San Alberto and Viña Alicia vineyards are both located in Luján de Cuyo. The location, soil type and climate place these lands “among the most coveted in the world”. A true continental climate; dry, with an immense day/night (diurnal) temperature difference and the scarce rainfalls (180 mm, annual average) add up to the ideal conditions for vine growing.
This shows finesse with blueberry, mineral and blackberry character. Medium to full body, bright acidity and a tangy citrus finish. A balanced and drink-me-know malbec.
91 points James Suckling jamessuckling.com
There is quite a jump in quality form the Paso de Piedra to the 2012 Las Compuertas Malbec, which is an old-vine selection from the same vineyards in Las Compuertas. It fermented in stainless steel and aged for 12 months in used barrels. The nose is clean and quite aromatic with sweet fruit, notes of pollen and beeswax with some sweet spices. The quite balanced palate is soft, with textbook glossy tannins that make it go down your throat like silk.
90 points Robert Parker Jr. The Wine Advocate
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
|---|---|
| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | Red Wine |
| Country | Argentina |
| Region | Mendoza |
| Varietals | Malbec |
| Vintage | 2010 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
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