COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Malbec
PRODUCER
Bodega Piedra Negra
REGION
Mendoza
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Piedra Negra Alta Colección Malbec is a 100% Malbec from the Los Chacayes Indicación Geográfica in Mendoza, Argentina. Bodega Piedra Negra, established by François Lurton, is situated in the high-altitude Uco Valley, at the base of the Andes. The winery is committed to organic farming and environmental respect. The Alta Colección line aims to showcase the modern character of high-altitude Malbec. Los Chacayes is a recognized region for its distinctive Malbec production, influenced by its elevated terrain and mineral-rich soils.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
François Lurton is a pioneer of organic viticulture in the Uco Valley.
Fact 02
Los Chacayes became an official Indicación Geográfica (IG) in 2011.
Fact 03
The estate's soils are described as meagre gravel, similar to Pessac-Léognan.
Fact 04
The winemaking philosophy focuses on freshness and fruit expression.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Piedra Negra Alta Colección Malbec begins with a 5-day cold maceration at 10°C, utilizing indigenous yeasts for fermentation. The fermentation period lasts approximately 7 days, followed by an extended maceration with the skins for 20 days. A key aspect of the vinification is the absence of barrel aging, a deliberate choice to highlight the wine's inherent fruitiness and freshness. The winemaking approach is guided by a philosophy that prioritizes the natural character of the grape and its high-altitude terroir.
