COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Malbec
PRODUCER
Bodega Ribera Del Cuarzo
REGION
Patagonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Bodega Ribera del Cuarzo is located in the unique, wind-swept landscape of the Río Negro Valley in Patagonia, Argentina. Founded by Felipe Menéndez, the estate benefits from the cooling southern winds and intense solar radiation characteristic of this high-latitude wine region. The 'Río de los Ciervos' line is named after the deer that historically roamed the riverbanks of this pristine valley. This wine showcases the elegant, fresh, and mineral-driven side of Patagonian Malbec, which stands in contrast to the broader, warmer-climate expressions found further north in Mendoza.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The winery is located in Patagonia's Río Negro Valley, one of the southernmost wine-producing regions in the world.
Fact 02
The name 'Río de los Ciervos' translates to 'River of the Deer,' paying homage to the local wildlife of the valley.
Fact 03
Patagonian Malbecs are celebrated for their higher natural acidity and floral notes compared to those from Mendoza.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes are hand-harvested from estate vineyards in the Río Negro Valley. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the vibrant primary fruit characteristics and floral aromas. A portion of the wine is aged in French oak barrels for several months to add complexity and round out the tannins, while the remainder stays in concrete or stainless steel to maintain freshness and purity of fruit.
