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Salentein

Salentein Portillo Malbec

Argentina, Mendoza

Red wine

4.3

Expert Rating

3.7

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Salentein Portillo Malbec is a premium wine produced by Bodegas Salentein, a renowned winery located in the Uco Valley of Mendoza, Argentina. The wine is made from Malbec grapes grown in the high-altitude vineyards of the Andes Mountains, which provide ideal growing conditions for this varietal. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels to enhance the wine's complexity and depth. The resulting wine is a rich and full-bodied Malbec with intense aromas of black fruit, spices, and vanilla. Its smooth tannins and long finish make it a perfect pairing for grilled meats and hearty dishes.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Salentein Portillo Malbec has a deep, inky color with aromas of dark fruit, blackberry, and currant.On the palate, it is full-bodied and velvety, with flavors of blackberry jam and dark chocolate. The finish is long and lingering, with a hint of smokiness and a touch of spice. It is an excellent example of Mendoza's finest Malbec.

EXPERT RATING

4.3

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2025

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Intense

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grainy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Malbec

ORIGINS

Winery: Salentein

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

3.7

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