COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2024
GRAPE
Malbec 85%, Cabernet Sauvignon 15%
PRODUCER
San Pedro De Yacochuya
REGION
Valles Calchaquíes
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
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ABOUT THIS WINE
San Pedro de Yacochuya Malbec is produced by San Pedro De Yacochuya in the Cafayate region of Salta, Argentina. The vineyards are located at an extreme altitude of 2,035 meters in the Valles Calchaquíes, one of the highest wine-growing areas globally. This high-altitude terroir, characterized by intense sunlight and significant diurnal temperature shifts, is crucial to the wine's profile. The winery is a partnership between the Etchart family and renowned enologist Michel Rolland, who recognized the unique potential of this region. The 2024 vintage experienced a hot, dry summer with reduced yields due to spring winds, leading to wines expected to have high concentration and aromatic complexity. The wine is made from 85% Malbec and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, with vines over 60 years old.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are situated over 2,000 meters above sea level.
Fact 02
A joint venture with famed enologist Michel Rolland.
Fact 03
The 2024 vintage faced challenging weather, impacting yields.
Fact 04
Grapes are hand-harvested into small 18kg boxes.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for San Pedro de Yacochuya Malbec begins with hand-harvested grapes from old vines. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks over 10 days at 28-30°C, followed by an extended maceration period of four weeks to maximize extraction. Malolactic fermentation occurs in barrels, and the wine is then aged for 12 months in French oak (30% new, 70% second-use). Finally, the wine is bottled unfiltered, preserving its texture and character. The production volume is around 5,000 cases.
