Colomé Estate Malbec 2022
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This wine brings together the unique character of the terroirs of Colomé and the unique potential of the region. Driven by the challenge of exploring the potential of Malbec from 4 different vineyards and altitudes, we created this wine which subtly carries the characteristics of each. “La Brava” vineyard (1700masl) yields intense ripe fruit, “Colomé” vineyard (2300masl) lends complexity and weight, “El Arenal” vineyard (2700masl) gives elegance and freshness to the blend, and “Altura Máxima” (3100masl) the highest vineyard in the world gives floral and mineral notes while adding fine grain tannins to this a truly remarkable assemblage.
| Country |
Argentina |
|---|---|
| Producer |
Colomé |
| Varietal |
Malbec |
| Vintage |
2022 |
| Size |
750ml |
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Critical Acclaim
Tim Atkin: 93 points
Wine Enthusiast: 90 points
High up in the Andes, in Argentina’s north, you’ll find Bodega Colome in the Salta province. At 180 years old, it’s the oldest winery in Argentina, and you will even find malbec cuttings brought from Bordeaux by the founders daughter still produce at 160 years of age.
Colome is located hours away from any other vineyards. The vineyard is, in fact, so remote that they generate their own electricity via water turbines, charged with water from Andes snowmelt. Three vineyards set Colome apart from the rest of Salta: Estate vineyards (2400m), El Arenal (2700m) and Altura Maxima (3100m and the highest in the world). Extreme elevation yield intense aromatics and colours, fruit driven wines but with a savoury house style and acid to boot due to the exposure and cold nights.
Malbec is a red wine grape variety that is originally from France. It is now primarily grown in Argentina, where it has become one of the country's most successful and recognizable exports. The grape produces a deep purple wine with dark fruit flavors, such as blackberry and plum, along with notes of spice and tobacco.
Malbec wines tend to be full-bodied with moderate acidity and medium to high tannins. They are often aged in oak barrels to give them a smooth, round texture and subtle vanilla or toast flavors. Malbec pairs well with red meats, particularly beef, and hearty, flavorful cheeses.
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