Dense tones of earth and dark saddle leather abound in this wine made from 100% Tinto Fino vines that are 25-30 years old. It underwent 6 days of chilled whole cluster pre-soak and then 30 days of initial fermentation. 28 days of malolactic fermentation and 18 months of aging in French oak an unfiltered bottling then followed. Another two years is spent in the bottle before being released.
The 2020 Cheval des Andes was harvested from the last of February for the first time ever. It was Gabillet's second vintage at Cheval des Andes, and that year, he had to start without waiting for Pierre Olivier Clouet and Pierre Lurton from Cheval Blanc; ...
The 2020 Malbec also includes 8% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot, sourced from Gualtallary in the Uco Valley. It was aged for 15 months in foudres, resulting in a purple color. The nose presents plums, violets, sage and bitter orange. Dry and juicy ...
Very aromatic with cassis and stone character that follows through to a medium to full body, silky tannins and a fresh finish. Fine texture.