COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Malbec
PRODUCER
El Esteco
REGION
Salta
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
El Esteco Malbec 2022 is a 100% Malbec from the Calchaquí Valleys in Salta, Argentina. The producer, Bodega El Esteco, is a historic winery founded in 1892 by French immigrants, making it a pioneer in Argentine winemaking. The wine originates from high-altitude vineyards, typically around 1,700 meters, in a region known for its arid, mineral-rich soils and significant diurnal temperature variations. These conditions are key to the wine's distinctive character.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
17-19°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are situated at over 1,700 meters (5,500 feet) above sea level.
Fact 02
Soils are arid, sandy, and rich in minerals.
Fact 03
Grapes are hand-picked in the early morning hours.
Fact 04
El Esteco is one of Argentina's pioneering wineries, founded in 1892.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for El Esteco Malbec involves hand-harvesting grapes in the early morning. Fermentation typically takes place in stainless steel tanks to preserve fruit purity. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging in French oak barrels for around 12 months, contributing to its structure and complexity. Some bottlings may also receive additional bottle aging.
