Maipe Malbec

Mendoza, Argentina

THE PRODUCER
Maipe wines are produced by the Pelizzatti family from grapes grown in Agrelo and Luján de Cuyo, in the foothills of the Andes Mountains, at an altitude of 3,000 feet above sea level. Classified among the best areas within the province of Mendoza, year-long sunny and dry conditions permit almost organic viticulture practices. Its outstanding feature is great daily thermal amplitude, with mild days and cold nights that allow a particular richness of polyphenols that improve the wines’ flavors and color.

The intense color and aromas of these wines are also an expression of the deep, rich soils and a commitment to excellence by young winemaker Liliana Iannizzotto and internationally-renowned travelling winemaker Alberto Antonini.

Maipe was the Lord of the Winds for the ancient Andean people. Argentineans still invoke his name to clear the skies after a heavy rain or to temper the summer heat.

THE WINE

100% Malbec. Hand harvested 35 year old vines. 10% aged in American oak for 3 months.

TASTING NOTES

This Argentinian Malbec has a deep purple color with violet tints, complex plum, fig and floral aromas. Its rounded tannins and excellent length with a distinguished character will keep you coming back for more.

"Dark ruby red, violets, plum, and black cherry aromas and flavors; sweetly-fruited, tasty effort," according to the Wine Advocate's Jay Miller, scoring it 87 points

FOOD PAIRING

Excellent when paired with game, roasted red meats, dry-aged steaks, lamb chops or pasta.