Aguijon de Abeja Obrera Malbec
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed within 1-5 years from vintage release to appreciate its fresh fruit character.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Grilled lamb chops, beef empanadas, roasted duck
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Aguijón de Abeja, meaning 'Sting of the Bee,' is a tribute by the Durigutti brothers to the tireless work of the honeybee, whose pollination is vital to the ecosystem, mirroring the meticulous labor in the vineyards. The 'Obrera' (Worker Bee) Malbec is sourced from the cool, wind-swept plains of Patagonia, specifically San Patricio del Chañar in Neuquén. This southern, high-latitude terroir imparts a unique signature to the classic Argentine Malbec, yielding a wine with vibrant acidity, deep color, and intense floral and black fruit aromas. Fermented with native yeasts and aged with minimal intervention, it captures the wild, pristine essence of the Patagonian landscape.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 2002 by brothers Hector and Pablo Durigutti, Durigutti Family Winemakers is located at Pasaje de la Reta s/n, 5507 Las Compuertas, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina. Renowned for their commitment to reviving and preserving local heritage, the brothers practice organic farming and minimal-intervention winemaking, utilizing concrete vats and native yeasts to craft highly expressive wines. Their portfolio showcases the diverse terroirs of Argentina, with a particular focus on elegant, terroir-driven Malbec, Cabernet Franc, and their critically acclaimed Bonarda, which can be explored further on their official website at https://durigutti.com.