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Malbec 'Lujan de Cuyo - Terroir'

Malbec 'Lujan de Cuyo - Terroir'

Malbec Lujan de Cuyo  Terroir
  • 100% Malbec
  • Sourced from two high-density plots, which have a good presence of limestone, and no clay is present
  • Hand harvested
  • The grapes are transferred by gravity into smaller concrete tanks
  • Fermented with indigenous yeasts at 26ºC for 15 days
  • Aged for 18 months in concrete pools (75%) and untoasted oak foudres (25%)
  • Aged for 6 months in bottle prior to release

Info

Vintage:
2023
Country:
Argentina
Region:
Mendoza
Appellation:
Lujan de Cuyo
Variety:
Malbec
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic

Sizes Available

Full Bottle AR-ALH-06-23 12/750ml

Resources

Press & Reviews

Wine Advocate
Score
92
Date
2025-05-01
"The 2023 Malbec Terroir Luj n de Cuyo offers an uncommonly energetic, high-toned expression of Lujan de Cuyo, opening with a charming nose of mixed berries, turned earth and fresh herbs. The palate is plush and succulent yet sleek and precise, finishing with a juicy, persistent and mouthwatering finish."
James Suckling
Score
90
Date
2023-03-08
"Fresh plums, black berry fruit, dried herbs and chocolate orange on the nose. Fruity and creamy with a medium body and supple tannins. Very approachable. From organically grown grapes. Drink now."
Vinous
Score
90
Date
2025-04-24
"The 2023 Malbec Terroir Organic hails from Luján de Cuyo. It opens with aromas of black and red fruit, a subtle trace of balsamic herbs and a hint of sun-kissed warmth. Succulent and plush with moderate freshness, the 2023 finishes with a faint leafy note and clingy texture, in line with the vintage."

REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES

2022
Descorchados
Score
92
Date
2023-12-20
2022
James Suckling
Score
91
Date
2024-03-06
"A spicy, dark-fruited red with hints of chocolate, dried flowers and bark. Medium- to full-bodied, polished and sleek with bright, juicy fruit and hints of savory herbs and orange peel at the end. Crunchy finish. Drink now."
2022
Vinous
Score
91
Date
2024-05-30
"The 2022 Malbec Terroir Luján de Cuyo was 75% aged for 18 months in concrete vats and 25% aged for six months in large oak vats. With a purple hue, the nose presents crystal-clear violets, plums and cherries with a subtle oak core. On the palate, it is dry and juicy, and the tannin-less mouthfeel contributes to a well-balanced, easygoing finish. Flavorful and tasty."
2021
James Suckling
Score
90
Date
2023-03-08
"Fresh plums, black berry fruit, dried herbs and chocolate orange on the nose. Fruity and creamy with a medium body and supple tannins. Very approachable. From organically grown grapes. Drink now."
2019
James Suckling
Score
92
Date
2022-03-06
2019
Wine Advocate
Score
92
Date
2022-11-30