Barrel Select Malbec
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Typically best enjoyed 2–5 years from vintage release.
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Grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, beef empanadas
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Finca Las Moras's Barrel Select Malbec is a testament to the high-altitude desert terroir of San Juan, Argentina. The name 'Las Moras' refers to the blackberry trees that grow wild around the vineyards, framing the estate's high-altitude plots. This wine is crafted from carefully selected Malbec grapes grown in the Tulum Valley, where intense sunlight and pure Andean meltwater create concentrated fruit. The wine undergoes a meticulous fermentation process followed by aging in both French and American oak barrels for approximately 12 months, which imparts structure, soft tannins, and elegant notes of vanilla and toasted wood to the vibrant red and black fruit profile. It represents a modern, approachable expression of San Juan's unique viticultural heritage.
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Founded in 1993 in the San Juan province of Argentina, Finca Las Moras is a pioneering winery renowned for reshaping the viticultural landscape of the region. Owned by Grupo Peñaflor, the estate utilizes the unique high-altitude desert terroir of the Tulum, Zonda, and Pedernal Valleys, where vines are nourished by pure Andean meltwater and intense sunlight. The winery is particularly celebrated for its expressive Syrah and Malbec, as well as innovative, approachable ranges like Intis, which showcase vibrant fruit-forward profiles. Through sustainable farming practices and modern winemaking techniques, Finca Las Moras continues to produce elegant, balanced wines that capture the true spirit of San Juan's diverse microclimates.