Salentein Primus Malbec
75cl
The soils of Salentein's estates are shallow, alluvial and stony, with excellent permeability and low content of organic matter. Balanced vines, trellis-trained in bilateral cordon, with low production as well as efficient drip irrigation control and optimum ripeness. Prime conditions for producing Malbec.
The soils of Salentein's estates are shallow, alluvial and stony, with excellent permeability and low content of organic matter. Balanced vines, trellis-trained in bilateral cordon, with low production as well as efficient drip irrigation control and optimum ripeness. Prime conditions for producing Malbec.
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green | |
Nose | Intense aromas of ripe plums, violets and blackberries. |
Palate | In the mouth, balanced and complex with flavours of red currants, black cherries and cinnamon. |
Finish | Long finish of leather, tobacco and vanilla. Decanting is recommended. |
Colour | Deep purple-red colour |
Fact Sheet | |
Fluid | 75cl |
Grape Variety | 100% Malbec |
Alcohol % | 14.5% |
Style | Dry, Full Bodied |
Estate/Producer | Salentein |
Country | Argentina |
Region/AOC | Mendoza |
Vintage | 2016 |
Making Techniques | The wine is aged in new French Oak Barrels for 18 months to complete its natural stabilization. It is bottled without filtering and bottle aged in cellars at controlled temperatures for an additional 12 months prior to release. |
Closure | Cork |
Food Matching | |
Food Matching | Good red meat, game, grilled meat and older cheeses |