Altos Las Hormigas

Malbec 'Clasico'

Malbec 'Clasico'

Malbec Clasico Altos Las Hormigas
  • Malbec
  • Grapes come from vineyards in Luján de Cuyo (70%) and the Uco Valley (30%)
  • Hand harvested
  • Softly pressed and fermented with indigenous yeasts in order to express the vineyard they come from
  • Fermented in separate stainless steel tanks between 24-28°C for 10 days with indigenous yeast
  • Each tank is tasted three times a day to determine what is needed
  • Aged for a minimum of 9 months in concrete vats with no oak aging

Info

Vintage:
2021
Country:
Argentina
Region:
Mendoza
Appellation:
Mendoza
Variety:
Malbec
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic

Sizes Available

Full Bottle AR-ALH-01-21 12/750ml
Keg AR-ALH-01-21K 1/19500ml

Press & Reviews

Descorchados
Score
90
Date
2023-12-20
James Suckling
Score
91
Date
2024-03-06
"This shows notes of cherries and red plums with hints of sweet spices and stone. Medium-bodied and textural with a mineral backbone and vivid red fruit. Dusty tannins and a polished finish. An easy and smooth malbec that shows freshness and poise. Drink now."

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