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.

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Salentein Primus 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