Notes of: Clove

Notes of: Smoky

Notes of: Plum

Notes of: Vanilla

Notes of: Coffee

Notes of: Blueberry

Altocedro

Altocedro Año Cero Malbec

Argentina, Mendoza

Red wine

4.5

Expert Rating

3.9

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Altocedro Año Cero Malbec is a premium wine produced by Altocedro, a renowned winery located in the Uco Valley of Mendoza, Argentina. The grapes are sourced from high-altitude vineyards, which are known for their unique terroir and ideal growing conditions for Malbec. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a rich and complex Malbec with intense aromas of dark fruit, spices, and chocolate. It has a full-bodied and velvety texture, with a long and satisfying finish. Altocedro Año Cero Malbec is a perfect choice for wine enthusiasts who appreciate the quality and craftsmanship of premium Argentine wines.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Altocedro Año Cero Malbec is a stunning example of what a Malbec can be.Aromas of ripe red and dark fruit, along with hints of spice, lead to a full-bodied palate with a velvety texture and elegant tannins. Rich flavors of blackberry, plum, and tobacco are complemented by subtle oak. The finish is long and smooth, with a hint of dark chocolate. An excellent expression of Mendoza terroir.

EXPERT RATING

4.5

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Malbec

ORIGINS

Winery: Altocedro

Region: Mendoza

Mendoza is the largest wine-producing region in Argentina, located in the foothills of the Andes Mountains. It is known for its high-altitude vineyards, producing some of the country's most renowned wines. With a long history of winemaking, Mendoza is now one of the most important wine regions in South America. The territory of Mendoza can be divided into five large sub-regions, which give the varieties their particular characteristics: Valle de Uco GI, integrated by the departments of Tunuyán, Tupungato and San Carlos; Primera Zona, which includes the departments of Luján de Cuyo and Maipú; the Northern oasis (Lavalle and Las Heras), the East (San Martín, Rivadavia, Junín, Santa Rosa and La Paz) and the South (San Rafael, Malargüe and General Alvear), covering practically the entire provincial geography. Mendoza has been producing wine since the 16th century, when Spanish settlers first brought vines to the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of both red and white wines, with a focus on Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Torrontés. In recent years, Mendoza has become a leader in sustainable winemaking, with many producers focusing on organic and biodynamic practices.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.9

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