Flechas de Los Andes Gran Malbec 2021《WC Selection - ZA010》

Region : Argentina /Mendoza

Grapes : 100% Malbec

Alcohol : 14.5% vol

Flechas de Los Andes  - Arrows of the Andes

Flechas de los Andes is located in the Uco Valley production area in Mendoza, Argentina, and is an outstanding Malbec production area. The winery was founded by Baron Benjamin de Rothschild and Mr. Laurent Dassault of the Edmond De Rothschild family. The wine produced follows the concept of "Wine Estate", and grape planting began in 1999. It covers an area of ​​nearly 102 hectares and can be divided into 48 plots in total.

The plants are treated with care at each stage of development in four different seasons, so we see consistent quality over time and future wines that express the purity of the terroir. Flechas de Los Andes uses natural practices that respect the environment. We use all different resources to guarantee high quality standards for our grapes. With an average altitude of over 1,000 meters above sea level, the vines are irrigated through a drip system to avoid wasting water in a semi-desert climate with limited water resources. The resulting wines have an elegant tannic structure, intense aroma, flavor and colour, as well as ample acidity, ensuring freshness and excellent aging potential.

The colour is intense, with purple hues, typical of this variety. The bouquet is expressive, dominated by fruity notes of plums and cherries, and the violet flowers that characterise Ukomalbek. On the palate it is rounded, with fine, smooth, dense tannins that give it an excellent flavour. The mineral character, the freshness, the subtle action of the oak and the long finish make this wine an example of quality, elegance and excellence.

A blended red wine from the Mendoza region of Argentina, Malbec brings a rich taste, while Cabernet Franc brings an elegant and subtle taste, with very soft tannins and rose aroma. All these ingredients provide the complexity and elegance necessary for fine wines.

🏅 James Suckling 93 pts

A 2021 with substance and freshness. Blackberry and sandalwood aromas. Medium-bodied and beautifully curated and polished. So drinkable now with just the right amount of tannins.