Aguijon de Abeja Reserva Malbec
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2028
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, traditional beef empanadas
✨ Technical Specifications
The Aguijón de Abeja (Bee Sting) range is a creative project by the Durigutti brothers, Hector and Pablo, designed to pay homage to the tireless, disciplined work of the honeybee, which they see as a metaphor for the meticulous craftsmanship of the winemaker. This Reserva Malbec is specifically crafted to explore and showcase the diverse, distinctive terroirs of Argentina outside of their primary Mendoza estate, frequently sourcing high-quality fruit from the cool, wind-swept valleys of Patagonia (Río Negro). The extreme diurnal temperature shifts and intense southern sun of this terroir yield a Malbec characterized by vibrant acidity, intense floral aromatics of violet, and concentrated dark fruit. It is aged in oak barrels to add structure and complexity while preserving its wild, terroir-driven freshness.
🍾 About the Producer
Durigutti Family Winemakers was established in 2002 by winemaking brothers Héctor and Pablo Durigutti, who sought to champion Argentina's heritage terroirs through precise, artisanal winemaking. Their viticultural base centers on Finca Victoria in Las Compuertas, a historic high-altitude appellation within Luján de Cuyo perched above 1,000 meters along the Mendoza River. Here, ancient alluvial soils rich in silt, gravel, and limestone combine with intense Andean sunshine and marked diurnal shifts, creating optimal conditions for certified organic viticulture. Rejecting heavy-handed intervention, the Durigutti brothers emphasize spontaneous native yeast fermentations, concrete vats, ceramic amphorae, and judicious oak aging to preserve varietal clarity and site transparency. Their portfolio reflects an extraordinary stylistic breadth, anchored by the benchmark Proyecto Las Compuertas Malbec and the icon cuvée Esencia, alongside heritage recovery projects such as Cara Sucia and terroir-driven expressions from regional outposts across Mendoza and San Juan.
🍇 Grapes
Malbec
🍷 ABV
13.5-14.5%