Alta Malbec
Tasting Notes
The Pascual Toso Alta Malbec has a Prussian blue hue. The wine presents multiple layers of aromas, including violets, roses, black fruits, and smoky meats. On the palate, it is sharp, energetic, with notes of plums, black cherries, and berries. It is a wine with consistent tannins and a velvety finish.
Vineyards
Rooted in the alluvial soils of the Mendoza riverbed, the vineyard is defined by a foundational structure of pebbles layered at varying depths beneath sandy-loam soils. Furrow irrigation sustains the vines, while the region’s pronounced thermal amplitude fosters balance and complexity in the fruit. Harvested by hand, the grapes reflect both the character of the soil and the precision of meticulous vineyard stewardship.
Winemaking
The winemaking process begins with a 36-hour cold maceration at -10°C, preserving aromatic purity and enhancing color extraction. The wine is subsequently aged for 14 months in French oak barrels, followed by an additional six months of bottle aging to ensure harmony and refinement.
Technical Information
- Vintage:
- 2021
- Alcohol:
- 14%
- Region:
- Barrancas, Maipú, Mendoza
- RS:
- 2G/L
- Varietals:
- 100% Malbec
- PH:
- 3.65
- TA:
- 5.25G/L
Accolades
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