From Luján de Cuyo, in Mendoza, we bring Los Cardos Malbec 2023, a wine born in the Finca El Alto de Ugarteche, at 1050 meters above sea level, from vines planted on sandy loam and clay loam soils under a climate with a thermal amplitude of 14º. The result is a young and expressive red wine with an intense, sweet, and spicy aroma, featuring delicate floral notes such as violet. On the palate, it is balanced and fresh, with a pleasant and velvety finish.
Los Cardos Malbec 2024 is a magnificent single-variety Malbec red wine born from vineyards cultivated in trellis and drip irrigation systems, on sandy loam and clay soils, at an altitude of 1,050 meters, in the Finca El Alto de Ugarteche, in the southern part of Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza (Argentina). The quality of the grapes that give rise to this wine was influenced by a climate with significant thermal amplitude, featuring very warm mornings and cool nights.
The Doña Paula winery showcases its expertise and know-how in vineyard management under sustainable agriculture principles. Doña Paula was established in 1997 in Mendoza, Argentina, with the acquisition of its first vineyard in Ugarteche, Luján de Cuyo, a region renowned for the Malbec variety. Today, the winery owns over 700 hectares of vineyards across different areas of Mendoza. In each of these areas, the goal was to find the perfect combination of climate and soil for each variety. This approach encapsulates the winery's philosophy: to have a deep understanding of the terroir to achieve the best performance in their wines, always adhering to sustainable practices.
This magnificent red wine from the Luján de Cuyo region (Mendoza) was harvested at the end of March. After the harvest, the grapes were destemmed, and a pre-fermentation cold maceration was carried out to preserve the primary aromas to the fullest. Next, the traditional alcoholic fermentation took place with its own yeasts at a controlled temperature. This was followed by a post-fermentation maceration lasting 10 to 15 days and the malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks.
Los Cardos Malbec 2024 (Mendoza, Argentina) pairs perfectly with red meats, pasta with tomato-based sauces, empanadas, and grilled meats.
Los Cardos Malbec 2024 is a magnificent single-variety Malbec red wine born from vineyards cultivated in trellis and drip irrigation systems, on sandy loam and clay soils, at an altitude of 1,050 meters, in the Finca El Alto de Ugarteche, in the southern part of Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza (Argentina). The quality of the grapes that give rise to this wine was influenced by a climate with significant thermal amplitude, featuring very warm mornings and cool nights.
The Doña Paula winery showcases its expertise and know-how in vineyard management under sustainable agriculture principles. Doña Paula was established in 1997 in Mendoza, Argentina, with the acquisition of its first vineyard in Ugarteche, Luján de Cuyo, a region renowned for the Malbec variety. Today, the winery owns over 700 hectares of vineyards across different areas of Mendoza. In each of these areas, the goal was to find the perfect combination of climate and soil for each variety. This approach encapsulates the winery's philosophy: to have a deep understanding of the terroir to achieve the best performance in their wines, always adhering to sustainable practices.
This magnificent red wine from the Luján de Cuyo region (Mendoza) was harvested at the end of March. After the harvest, the grapes were destemmed, and a pre-fermentation cold maceration was carried out to preserve the primary aromas to the fullest. Next, the traditional alcoholic fermentation took place with its own yeasts at a controlled temperature. This was followed by a post-fermentation maceration lasting 10 to 15 days and the malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks.
Los Cardos Malbec 2024 (Mendoza, Argentina) pairs perfectly with red meats, pasta with tomato-based sauces, empanadas, and grilled meats.
Creators' opinion
Los Cardos Malbec presents an intense violet-red color. On the nose, it stands out with notes of red fruits; a sweet, spicy, intense aroma, with hints of floral scents such as violets. On the palate, it is smooth, velvety, and fresh, with a very good balance.
