Durigutti 2017 Malbec Clasico

About The Producer

• Brothers Héctor and Pablo Durigutti are two of Argentina's most sought after consulting ecologists.
• Hector first became known for his work alongside Alberto Antonini as one of the co-founders of Altos Las Hormigas, the forward thinking project that placed Argentine Malbec on the international map in the late nineties.
• Pablo comes with his own star studded resume which includes a stint at Catena and connections with more old-vine landowners than anyone else in the region.

About the Wine

• Their flagship Malbec bottling, this wine represents what Hector and Pablo Durigutti do best - It is a juicy, forward example of the varietal while at the same time astonishingly complex on the palate.
• High altitude fruit from La Consulta provides structure and power, while fruit from the warmer sector of Vistalba adds brightness and supple texture.

Vintage: 2017 | Wine Type: Red Wine
Varietal: Malbec
Origin: Argentina | Appellation: La Consulta, Vistalba, and Medrano; Mendoza
Elaboration: Native yeast fermentation. Aged in new American oak for 12 months. Unfined and unfiltered.
Winemaker: Héctor and Pablo Durigutti  

Tasting Notes

Blueberry tart, citrus, vanilla, spices and some nice blackcurrants and morello cherries. Tight with fresh acidity and a fruity finish. Drink now -James Suckling

Technical Data

Production: 19,100 cases | Alcohol: 14% | TA: 5.38 g/l | Residual Sugar: 2.6 g/l | pH: 3.65

Press & Points

2018 - 90 Points, James Suckling
2017 - 90 Points, James Suckling
2014 - 90 Points, Wine Enthusiast
2013 - 90+ Points, Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
2012 - 90 Points, Tastings.com
2011 - 90 Points, Wine Enthusiast