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Los Helechos Malbec de Malbecs

R 815.00

Los Helechos Malbec de Malbecs is a high-altitude wine and presents vibrant hues and achieves a flawless fruit-oak balance with refined tannins. Aromas of blackberries, plums, and cherries harmonize with floral notes, while extended oak aging imparts subtle cocoa and vanilla hints, adding depth to the sensory experience.

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Los Helechos Malbec de Malbecs is a high-altitude wine and presents vibrant hues and achieves a flawless fruit-oak balance with refined tannins. Aromas of blackberries, plums, and cherries harmonize with floral notes, while extended oak aging imparts subtle cocoa and vanilla hints, adding depth to the sensory experience.

  • Brand: Los Helechos
  • Description: Dry Red
  • Vintages Available: 2016
  • Country, Region: Argentina, Uco Valley, Mendoza
  • Ratings: JS 93

Grapes

100% Malbec

About the Producer

In 2011, Argentinean wine producer Los Helechos ventured into the high-end market, strategically siting vineyards in the Uco Valley. Careful selection of vineyards with essential characteristics laid the foundation for premium quality wines. In pursuit of excellence, the acquisition of a 1969 winery in El Peral, featuring 1950s architecture (90% cement, 10% stainless steel), was adapted for optimal layout in crafting premium wines.

The inaugural moment occurred in 2012 with Los Helechos' first harvest, marking the beginning of a rich history with 54 consecutive vinifications. Nestled at 1,400 meters in the Uco Valley, Bodega Los Helechos benefits from exceptional grape cultivation conditions surrounded by towering peaks. The vineyard's story is intricately tied to the natural richness of the Uco Valley, where native ferns, remnants of the Andes Mountain Range formation, contribute to the valley's natural wealth alongside streams.

Guided by Marcelo Parolaro and Ángel Mendoza's oenological expertise, Bodega Los Helechos is led by a passionate team dedicated to developing exceptional wines that highlight the unique characteristics of the land.

Vineyard

The Uco Valley, characterized by stony soils and irrigated by meltwater from the Tunuyán and Tupungato rivers, spans altitudes between 850 and 1,200 meters, reaching even 1,700 meters in the foothills. The region experiences an average temperature of 14°C with a significant day-night temperature range, complemented by over 250 sunny days a year, minimal rainfall, and optimal conditions for vine cultivation.

Vinification

Manual harvesting in boxes. Manual selection of bunches and berries. Two-stages destemming. Cold pre-fermentation maceration for 3-5 days at 8-10°C. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks for 15 days at 25-27°C.

Ageing

Spontaneous malolactic fermentation. Ageing takes place in American oak barrels for 14 months. Aged in bottle for 12 months.

Tasting Notes

Los Helechos Malbec de Malbecs showcases the vibrant hues of high-altitude viticulture, striking an excellent balance between fruit and oak, complemented by refined tannins. Aromas of blackberries, plums, and cherries mingle harmoniously with floral notes of violets and mint, characteristic of the varietal. Its extended oak aging imparts subtle hints of cocoa and vanilla, adding depth to the overall sensory experience.

Analysis

13.5% alcohol vol.

Food Suggestions

Grilled Lamb Chops with Rosemary Infusion. Los Helechos Malbec de Malbecs’ robust profile will enhance the savoury meaty notes, while its rich fruitiness and subtle cocoa-vanilla undertones will create a luxurious taste experience.

Its earthy black and red fruit aromas will also harmonize with the complexity of a Wild Mushroom Risotto. The elegant tannins and oak-aged cocoa-vanilla notes will deepen the risotto’s creamy texture, resulting in a sophisticated pairing that accentuates both the wine's prolonged aging and the dish's rich flavours.

Serving temperature: 18°C.

Cellar

Ready to drink. Los Helechos Malbec de Malbecs may however be cellared for 5-8 years in bottles stored horizontally in cool, dark conditions.

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