2021 Mendel Argentina Malbec

93 Points Tim Atkin MW
In stock
A super-quality Malbec from almost 100yr old vines on original root stocks (and very low yields as well!). From one of the continent's best producers, this is the essence of what only South America has to offer, down to the phenomenally low price. Intense red and black fruit flavours are rich but not jammy and with a medium body, vibrant acidity and aromatics that capture the sheer quality of Argentina's incredible dry, sunny, elevated terroir.
$44.99 in mixed 6+ or $49.99 per bottle

Grape

Malbec

Its Origins

Mendel Winery embodies the union of Roberto de la Mota - one of Argentina’s most respected and experienced winemakers - with an established Argentine family. Together they are dedicated to producing wines of unquestionable superior quality expressing the quality and character of their very old Malbec vineyards in Lujan de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina.

What The Critics Say

93/100 Tim Atkin MW

"Freshness, freshness, freshness” is Roberto de la Mota’s aim in this comparatively large volume Malbec from 1928 vines in Mayor Drummond. Juicy, sappy and aromatic, it has restrained, elegant one-third new oak, bramble, raspberry and black cherry fruit, smooth tannins and engaging zip and palate length. 2023-2030"

92/100 Vinous, Joaquín Hidalgo

"The 2021 Malbec is sourced from Luján de Cuyo. Aged 12 months in French oak barrels, this purplish wine features plum and white pepper aromas alongside a layer of oak. Dry, rich and velvety, the balanced palate persists on the fruit tones with a faintly taut character. This is a delicate and tasteful Luján Malbec." Drink 2024 - 2032

92/100 James Suckling

"Pretty nose of crushed raspberries, fresh blueberries, plums, lavender and honey. Creamy and juicy, with a full body and powdery tannins. Pretty fruit on a long and pure finish. Drink or hold."

Variety Malbec
Region Mendoza
Closure Cork
Volume 750ml
Alcohol 14.60%
Maturity 2024 - 2032

This Wine Goes Well With

with BBQ
with BEEF
with DUCK

Taste

4

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