Description

Score:

97 pts Tim Atkin, MW | 97 pts James Suckling | 95 pts Guía Descorchados – Best of Altamira Ranking | 95 pts Adega Magazine (Brazil) | 16.5/20 pts Jancis Robinson

Altos Las Hormigas Appellation Paraje Altamira 2021 is a powerful, precise, and deeply mineral interpretation of the Paraje Altamira terroir, sourced from selected blocks of the Jardín de Hormigas vineyard, certified 100% organic. Made with native yeasts, minimal intervention, and balanced aging between concrete and untoasted oak, this Malbec faithfully reflects the stony, calcareous character of its origin.

"Bright and vibrant red in color, the nose shows remarkable complexity: blueberries, cassis, cherry, jarilla, wet stone, violets, orange peel, and white pepper. On the palate, it delivers a commanding entry, vibrant texture, elastic tannins, and an electric sensation. The finish is long, with persistent notes of fresh fruit, chalk, and wild herbs. A wine with great grip, depth, and tension—ideal for lovers of the most precise and elegant high-altitude Malbecs."

Technical Sheet

• Winery: Altos Las Hormigas

• Type: Red Wine

• Vintage: 2021

• Varietal: Malbec

• Blend: 100% Malbec

• Aging: 15 months (50% in epoxy-free concrete and 50% in 3,500 L untoasted French oak vats) + 12 months in bottle

• Winemakers: Alberto Antonini – Attilio Pagli – Federico Gambetta – Ana Wiederhold

• Viticulturists: Juan José Borgnia – Victoria Maselli

• Alcohol: 13.5%

• Total Acidity: 5.6 g/L

• pH: 3.6

• Residual Sugar: 2.3 g/L

• Region: Paraje Altamira, Uco Valley – Mendoza (Jardín de Hormigas Vineyard – 1,200 m a.s.l.)

• Serving Temperature: 16–18°C (61–64°F)

• Country: Argentina

• Food Pairing: Pepper-crusted beef tenderloin, mushroom risotto, lamb with Andean herbs, mountain cuisine

• Aging Potential: Over 10 years

• Score: 97 Tim Atkin | 97 James Suckling | 95 Descorchados | 95 Adega | 16.5/20 Jancis Robinson