Andeluna Altitud Malbec

75cl / 15.5% Vol

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Andeluna is a small boutique winery specialising in premium Bordeaux varietals of world class recognition. Their estate owned vineyards are located in the higher altitude vineyards of Tupungato, one of the best subregions of Mendoza. Their wines are under the special care of winemaker Silvio Alberto along with the expert help of French specialist and wine guru, Michel Rolland. This estate is one of the rising stars of Argentina. The Altitud range is their reserve level and this malbec was aged in French oak for 12 months.

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Andeluna Altitud Malbec

€22.50

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Tags: Malbec , Argentina

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Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green

Nose Aromas of figs and plums, with notes of vanilla, coffee and chocolate

Palate Sweet in the mouth with soft tannins and long velvety finish.

Colour Red with violet hues

Fact Sheet

Fluid 75cl

Grape Variety 100% Malbec

Alcohol % 15.5%

Style Dry, Medium Bodied

Estate/Producer Andeluna Cellars

Country Argentina

Region/AOC Mendoza

Vintage 2014

Making Techniques Berries are selected by hand before vinication. Pre-fermentation maceration at low temperatures. Fermentation by means of selected yeasts in stainless steel tanks at temperatures maintained at around 26°C (78°F). Pumping over is carried out three times a day as well as one or two delestages. Aged in French oak barrels for 12 months, followed by at least 8 months in bottle before release.

Closure Cork

Cellaring/Ageing Potential Drink now, or within 5 Years

Awards and/or Press Quotes

Decanter Vintages '04, '05, '06 - Silver Medal

Robert Parker 91 Points 2008 Vintage 'The 2008 Malbec Altitud received the same elevage as the Cabernet Altitud. It exhibits greater breadth, concentration, and length along with layers of succulent fruit.'

Wine Enthusiast 2003 Vintage - 92 Points - Top 100 Wines of the World

Hong Kong International Wine Competition 2012 Bronze Medal

FAQs

What style of wine goes with dark chocolate?

Dark chocolate pairs best with wines that have the structural intensity to match its bitter cocoa and tannin character without being overwhelmed. Fortified wines are the strongest match: aged Tawny Port with its dried fig, rancio, and roasted nut character is the classic pairing. Banyuls from the Roussillon, a naturally sweet Grenache based wine, is the benchmark French equivalent. A full bodied, fruit forward red such as Zinfandel or Amarone can also work, where the ripe dark fruit and spice complement the chocolate.

Why are style wines not vegan?

Many wines use animal derived fining agents during production to clarify and stabilise the liquid before bottling. Common fining agents include isinglass (derived from fish swim bladders), gelatine (bovine or porcine), casein (milk protein), and egg whites (albumin). These are added to bind suspended particles and removed before bottling, but trace quantities may remain. Vegan wines use alternatives including bentonite clay, activated carbon, or pea protein. Checking the Barnivore database or looking for a vegan certification on the label is the most reliable approach.