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Andes' Highest Malbec Reaches New Heights
23 Jun
Summary
- New ultra-luxe Malbec hails from the highest vineyard in Uco Valley.
- The single-parcel bottling is crafted over a mile above sea level.
- This high-altitude wine commands a $200 price tag per bottle.
Mendoza, Argentina's premier wine region, is witnessing an elevation of Malbec production. Terrazas de los Andes, founded by Moët-Hennessy, has pioneered high-altitude viticulture since the mid-1990s. Their new Extremo Malbec 2022 originates from a single vineyard parcel at 5,400 feet, marking the highest cultivation in the Uco Valley.
This extreme elevation yields exceptional fruit, characterized by mineral-rich soil and low temperatures. The resulting wine boasts intense violet aromas and remarkably soft tannins. Lucas Löwi, estate director, describes it as the pinnacle of their 'Ascension Journey,' capturing the essence of mountain winemaking with depth and elegance.
The Extremo Malbec 2022, retailing for $200, has already garnered critical acclaim with multiple 100-point scores. Löwi, who also leads Wines of Argentina, has reinforced the winery's commitment to regenerative agriculture and ecosystem preservation, practices that contribute to superior wine quality.
