2013 Finca Bella Vista Malbec
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Bella Vista is the home property (12.3 ha) – vines up to 110 years old. One metre of clay over gravel for softer tannins. TA 6.41 g/l, pH 3.6. A little stemmy/herbal note. Firm, supple and brightly fruited. Tannins are drier and finer than the Finca Mirador but not as bold, more juicy on the palate, fresher, tighter. Darker and more linear on the palate than the Mirador. Juicy and even more persistent. Great finesse and still so youthful. (JH)
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Luis Gutiérrez, Wine Advocate
Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
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Bright, saturated ruby. Crushed black cherry, boysenberry, bitter chocolate, smoked pork and leather aromas lifted by a violet note. Densely packed and fine-grained, with strong harmonious acidity giving shape to the dark berry and floral flavors. Offers compelling inner-mouth energy and saline minerality; wonderfully refined, fruity, youthful wine with suave tannins and excellent length. Lay this one down as it's totally primary today. Very juicy, bright and long on the aftertaste.
Located in Perdriel, in Luján de Cuyo, a classical zone in the province or Mendoza, the 2013 Malbec Finca Bella Vista had the same treatment as the rest of the single-vineyards, which means aging in 100% new French oak barriques. In addition, in 2013 they started using no less than 50% 160-liter barrels for the élevage, and against all odds the oak is really imperceptible here. There are wild berries, acidic strawberries, violets and some balsamic aromas that characterize the incredibly elegant and subtle nose. The palate reveals a silky texture and superb acidity with juicy fruit, sophisticated tannins, great balance and length. 18,000 bottles produced.
Located in Perdriel, in Lujan de Cuyo, a classical zone in the province or Mendoza, the 2013 Malbec Finca Bella Vista had the same treatment as the rest of the single-vineyards, which means aging in 100% new French oak barriques. In addition, in 2013 they started using no less than 50% 160-liter barrels for the elevage, and against all odds the oak is really imperceptible here. There are wild berries, acidic strawberries, violets and some balsamic aromas that characterize the incredibly elegant and subtle nose. The palate reveals a silky texture and superb acidity with juicy fruit, sophisticated tannins, great balance and length. 18,000 bottles produced. Aug 2015, www.robertparker.com