Malbec Porteno
⏳ Drinking Window
Best enjoyed young and fresh, typically within 1–3 years of the vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Beef empanadas, grilled skirt steak, tomato-based pasta dishes
✨ Technical Specifications
Bodega Norton's Porteño Malbec is a vibrant tribute to the colorful, artistic culture of Buenos Aires and the passionate spirit of the tango. Sourced from the high-altitude vineyards of Mendoza, this wine is crafted to capture the pure, unadorned essence of the Malbec grape. Unlike some of Norton's heavier, oak-aged reserves, the Porteño is fermented and aged primarily in stainless steel tanks to emphasize fresh red fruit aromas, lively acidity, and soft, approachable tannins. It reflects the bohemian lifestyle of the historic San Telmo neighborhood, offering an accessible and joyful expression of Argentine viticulture.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1895 by English engineer Edmund James Palmer Norton, Bodega Norton is one of Argentina's most historic wineries, situated in Perdriel within the celebrated Luján de Cuyo subregion of Mendoza. In 1989, the estate was acquired by Austrian entrepreneur Gernot Langes-Swarovski, who introduced cutting-edge European winemaking technology while preserving its heritage of century-old, ungrafted vines. Bodega Norton emphasizes meticulous high-altitude viticulture beneath the Andes, crafting wines that seamlessly blend mineral complexity with vibrant fruit expression. The estate is globally celebrated for its benchmark Malbecs, including the flagship Gernot Langes and Norton Reserva, alongside distinguished Cabernet Sauvignon, crisp white varietals, and refined sparkling wines.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Malbec
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5%