Linda Old Vines Malbec
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2028
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, traditional beef empanadas, roasted lamb chops
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the historic sub-region of Luján de Cuyo in Mendoza, this wine is part of Luigi Bosca's celebrated 'La Linda' collection. Named after the picturesque Finca La Linda estate, which sits at an elevation of approximately 960 meters above sea level, this wine is crafted from select old vines that have adapted beautifully to the high-altitude desert climate. The intense solar radiation and dramatic diurnal temperature shifts of the region yield grapes with thick skins, rich in polyphenols and expressive aromatics. The winemaking philosophy focuses on preserving the purity of the Malbec fruit, utilizing controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks followed by a short period of oak contact to add structure and subtle complexity without overpowering the grape's natural vibrancy.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1901 by Don Leoncio Arizu, Bodega Luigi Bosca stands as a cornerstone of modern Argentine viticulture. Steered across four generations by the Arizu family alongside head winemaker Pablo Cúneo, the estate was instrumental in defining Argentina's fine-wine identity and establishing the landmark Luján de Cuyo DOC in 1989. While universally celebrated for red expressions, the bodega boasts a venerable reputation for white and sparkling vinification, drawing fruit from prized high-altitude holdings across Luján de Cuyo and the Uco Valley. Sited on alluvial, gravel-strewn Andean soils, these vineyards benefit from sharp diurnal shifts that preserve vital natural acidity. The cellar balances technical precision with restrained French oak aging to deliver whites and traditional-method sparklers marked by aromatic clarity and energetic structure. Signature whites—including the De Sangre White Blend, Finca Los Nobles Chardonnay, and crisp iterations of Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, and Gewürztraminer—epitomize the estate’s hallmark poise, mineral drive, and enduring Andean freshness.
🍇 Grapes
Malbec
🍷 ABV
13.5-14%