Ruca Malen
Ruca Malen Petit Verdot Reserva
4.0
Expert Rating
3.5
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Ruca Malen Petit Verdot Reserva is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Argentine winery, Ruca Malen. This wine comes from the Mendoza appellation, which is known for its high-altitude vineyards and ideal growing conditions for red grapes. The vineyards are carefully tended to by skilled winemakers, who use sustainable farming practices to ensure the highest quality grapes. The wine is made using traditional winemaking techniques, including hand-harvesting and aging in French oak barrels. The result is a full-bodied wine with intense aromas of black fruit, spices, and vanilla, and a long, smooth finish. This wine is perfect for those who appreciate the complexity and depth of a well-crafted red wine.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Ruca Malen Petit Verdot Reserva is a complex and intriguing wine.Its deep ruby color hints at the layers of flavor that awaits. On the nose, aromas of ripe blackberry and currant are complemented with notes of tobacco, violet, and dried herbs. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and round with flavors of ripe dark fruits, cocoa, and spices. The tannins are smooth and silky, leading to a long and lingering finish. This well-balanced and elegant wine is a delight to enjoy.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
Profile
Sweetness:
Almost 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)
Petit Verdot
ORIGINS
Winery: Ruca Malen
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
3.5
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