El Esteco Old Vine 1946 Malbec 2022
El Esteco Old Vine 1946 Malbec 2022
Price: 30,90€
DESCRIPTION
El Esteco Old Vine 1946 Malbec 2022 comes from vines planted on pergola systems in 1946 in Cafayate, on alluvial soils at an altitude of 1,800 meters in the Andes. These vines, over 75 years old, provide great concentration and remarkable aromatic complexity. Aging takes place in concrete eggs, preserving the purity of the fruit and the natural tension of the wine. The El Esteco estate, founded in 1892, is one of the pioneers of the Calchaquí Valleys region.
The color displays beautiful violet highlights. On the nose, aromas of raspberry, cherry, ripe plums, and a subtle herbal touch. The attack is frank and lively, the texture silky with harmoniously integrated tannins. Magnificent with grilled beef with herbs or pasta with a spicy tomato sauce. Aging potential of 5 to 8 years.
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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This wine from old vines dating back to 1946 has remarkable concentration intense, deep, and unforgettable.
