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Richard and Bernard Malbec

2022

The grapes selected for the production of R&B come from a single vineyards located in the district of La Consulta, in San Carlos, inside Valle de Uco, at an altitude of 1.015 meters above sea level. It is a young vineyards, which vines were planted 10 years ago. It produces grapes of high concentration of colour and flavours.

 

\Tasting Notes

  • Appearance: Deep violet.
  • Nose: Complex aromas of violets, red and black fruits, subtle hints of vanilla and tobacco, with elegant mineral undertones.
  • Palate: Velvety, concentrated, with unctuous tannins, well-integrated oak, and a long, persistent, and complex finish.

Food Pairing

Pairs beautifully with grilled meats, aged cheeses, game, and dishes with rich, earthy sauces.

 

2013 Richard and Bernard Malbec
93 Points
The Drinks Business Global Malbec Masters 2020
Bronze
Vinous
93
Wine Enthusiast
93
James Suckling
92
James Suckling
90
Decanter
91

Variety: 100% Malbec
Region: La Consulta, San Carlos, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina
Altitude: 1,015 m.a.s.l.
Vine Age: Approximately 10 years old
Soil: The vineyard is planted on a layered alluvial terroir. The top 40 cm consists of sandy loam, providing excellent drainage and moderate fertility, which encourages balanced vine growth. Beneath this layer, the soil becomes stony, with a mix of river boulders and mineral-rich deposits, promoting deep root penetration and concentration of flavors in the grapes. This combination of textures and composition gives the wine its complexity, elegance, and distinctive mineral notes.
Climate: Warm days and cool nights, with a temperature range up to 25°C and average annual rainfall of 300 mm

Winemaking

Manual harvest in 20 kg boxes during the 2nd week of April. The grapes undergo cold maceration at 10°C for 2 days, which preserves delicate aromas and colors. Alcoholic fermentation takes place at 28°C with manual cap immersion, carefully monitored according to the stage and tasting. Extended grape marc contact for 15 days ensures deep extraction of tannins, color, and flavor complexity. The wine is then pressed gently, separating free-run juice from press fractions, and undergoes natural malolactic fermentation in small stainless steel vats.

Oak Stage

Aged for 24 months in French oak barrels, carefully selected for medium toast. This stage imparts subtle oak nuances and structure without overpowering the varietal characteristics, allowing the fruit, floral, and mineral notes to shine.

Analytical Data

  • Alcohol: 14.5 % vol.
  • Residual sugar: 2.0 g/L
  • pH: 3.6
  • Total acidity: 5.5 g/L