COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Malbec
PRODUCER
Kaiken Wines
REGION
Mendoza
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Kaiken Estate Malbec is a 100% Malbec from the Luján de Cuyo sub-region of Mendoza, Argentina. Founded by Chilean winemaker Aurelio Montes, Kaiken Wines aims to express the unique terroir of its origin. The grapes are grown in Agrelo at an altitude of 950 meters, benefiting from a semi-arid climate with significant diurnal temperature variations. The winery is committed to sustainability and is BDA Certified Sustainable. The name 'Kaiken' symbolizes the journey of its founder across the Andes.
ALCOHOL
13.8%
AVG. PRICE
€9
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Kaiken refers to a wild goose from Patagonia that flies over the Andes between Chile and Argentina.
Fact 02
The founder, Aurelio Montes, is a pioneer of modern Chilean wine.
Fact 03
Luján de Cuyo was Argentina's first officially recognized wine region (DOC).
Fact 04
The winery is BDA Certified Sustainable.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Kaiken Estate Malbec is produced from 100% Malbec grapes. The winemaking process begins with a cold maceration, followed by alcoholic fermentation in concrete tanks, with a total maceration time of approximately 20 days. Following fermentation, a portion of the wine is aged in French oak barrels for several months, while the rest remains in stainless steel tanks to preserve fruit freshness. The grapes are sourced from vineyards in Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo, at an altitude of 950 meters.
