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2021 Vineyard Selection Malbec, Matias Riccitelli
Deep, dark, and quietly magnetic, this Malbec captures everything we love about Mendoza in one glass, altitude, attitude, and effortless charm. Aromas of black cherry, violet, and cocoa drift up first, followed by hints of graphite, wild herbs, and spice. The palate is plush yet poised, with layers of ripe plum and blackberry lifted by a pulse of mountain freshness. Fine tannins wrap it all together in a long, silky finish that hums with energy and elegance.
For when: Dinner’s rich, the mood’s mellow, and the wine needs to do the talking.
Pairs with: Grilled ribeye, roast aubergine, or slow-cooked short ribs.
If this wine were: A dark cashmere coat it would be smooth, tailored, and quietly confident.
Born into one of Argentina’s great winemaking families, Matías Riccitelli has carved his own path, blending innovation with deep respect for Mendoza’s terroir. His Vineyard Selection Malbec brings together fruit from old-vine plots in Luján de Cuyo and the high-altitude terraces of Valle de Uco, where gravelly soils and cool nights yield wines of structure and finesse. Fermented in small concrete vats and aged in French oak, the 2021 vintage shows Riccitelli’s signature style, vibrant fruit, precise balance, and a touch of mountain wildness woven through every sip.