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Product Name: Mendel Malbec '06

Varietal Composition: 100% Malbec

Locations: Lujan de Cuyo - Mayor Drummond

Avg. Vineyard Elev.: 3,280 feet

Avg. Age of Vines: 78 years

Rootstock: Ungrafted

Harvest Method: Hand-harvested

Oak Regimen: 12 months in 40% new French and 60% second-use French barriques

Fining: None

Filtration: None

Alcohol: 13.9%

Total Case Production: 3500 cases

 

Tasting Notes/Food Pairing Suggestions

Incredible dark red/purple color. The aromas of sweet French oak and espresso get more complex with every swirl of the glass, unveiling black raspberry, blueberry, plums, cola, roasted coffee and caramel notes. Definitely a youngster with plenty of ripe tannins for structure, but this beauty could be enjoyed now with a nice ribeye steak or leg of lamb since it shows incredible balance for such a concentrated wine.

About the Name/Label

Mendel is the first name of the owner's father, a man who came to Argentina as a young immigrant and ended up a successful businessman in several different industries. He was also a man who loved the finest things that life could offer, particularly wine. His children honor their father by seeking perfection in their wines with his name on the label.

 

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