Chakana
Chakana Malbec Estate Selection
4.0
Expert Rating
3.8
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
his wine is crafted from select small agroecological vineyards in Gualtallary, Paraje Altamira, and Los Chacayes, Uco Valley, Mendoza, planted in diverse calcareous soils. The Malbec grapes undergo spontaneous fermentation in steel tanks using native yeasts, maintaining natural acidity. The wine is unclarified and certified vegan. About 70% is aged in barrels and used foudres, while 30% matures in natural concrete pools.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The Estate Selection Malbec displays an intense ruby red color and medium-high depth.It offers a complex, fruity character with subtle balsamic notes on the nose and a red fruit profile with medium persistence on the palate, making it ideal for those who enjoy full-bodied red wines with medium-high complexity, perfect for pairing with various dishes.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2028
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Malbec
ORIGINS
Winery: Chakana
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
3.8
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