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Malbec Gran Reservado 2021, Fabre Montmayou

Malbec Gran Reservado 2021, Fabre Montmayou

94pts - Tim Atkin MW Argentina Special Report 2024
94 pts - Tim Atkin MW Argentina Special Report 2023
90pts - Decanter World Wine Awards 2023

Vineyard: Fabre Montmayou

Grower: Hervé Joyaux

Age of Vines: 60 years old

Grapes: 100% Malbec

Village: Vistalba, Luján de Cuyo

Region: Mendoza

Soil: Loamy sand with stony layer

Production Methods: Traditional methods of production are used in the winery. Fermentation is carried out with natural yeast under temperature-controlled tanks with a 30-day maceration period. Once the vinification is completed, 100% of the wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels. Followed by 12 months in bottle before release.

Special Features: Selection of the best grapes from a terroir with a density of 4000 plants per hectare and a yield of 35 hectolitre per hectare. Harvesting is performed manually, and the grapes are transported in small 20kg trays to the cellar in order not to damage them. Pressing is exclusively performed by a hydraulic press.

Country: Argentina

Tasting Notes

Colour: Deep ruby with light purple rim

Nose: Black pepper, nutmeg, paprika, vanilla, ripe black current, smoky

Palate: Complex ripe blackberries, sweet of Morello cherries and blackcurrant, liquorice, spice and chocolate. Exceptionally well-balanced

Length/Finish: Elegant and persistent with smooth tannins

Alcohol: 14.3%

Sulphites: Low

Vegan: Vegan Certified

Bottle Closure: Natural