Agustín Lanús Ilogico Malbec 2020, High-Altitude Red
Agustín Lanús Ilogico Malbec 2020, High-Altitude Red
Price: 28,00€
DESCRIPTION
Agustín Lanús, a passionate viticulturist, has traveled the high Andes plateaus of Argentina to uncover the best terroirs. With his Ilogico Malbec, he allows us to discover the quintessence of the grape variety in these extreme conditions where the vines grow at over 2,000 meters above sea level. Concentrated, complex and elegant, this wine offers an intense nose of black fruits and spices. On the palate, it seduces with its tannic structure, freshness and length. An exceptional wine, both powerful and refined, which will sublimate your most sophisticated dishes.
REGION
Salta
Argentina
Located in northwestern Argentina, at the foot of the Andes Mountains, the Salta wine region is one of the most spectacular in the country. Its vineyards, perched between 1,600 and over 3,000 meters above sea level, rank among the highest in the world. This extreme high-altitude climate—sunny by day and cool at night—combined with arid, mineral-rich soils, promotes the production of wines with remarkable aromatic intensity and natural freshness.
While Torrontés remains the flagship white grape of Salta, its red wines are equally noteworthy. Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Tannat thrive here, delivering powerful expressions marked by concentrated fruit, bright acidity, and aromas of flowers, spices, and warm stone. Winemakers are also reviving heritage varieties such as Criolla Chica, introduced by Spanish settlers in the 16th century. Hardy and well-suited to high altitudes, Criolla produces light, vibrant wines with floral notes and refreshing acidity.
At the heart of the valleys lies the small town of Cafayate, widely considered the epicenter of Salta’s wine scene. Its internationally acclaimed wines combine power, freshness, and minerality, in a style that is truly unique to this part of the world.
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I really like this high-altitude Malbec for its finesse. Aromas of dark fruits and a delicate floral note. The freshness on the palate is remarkable.
