Coletto Malbec
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Typically best enjoyed 5 to 15 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, rich venison stew
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Part of Trapiche's esteemed Terroir Series, the Coletto Malbec is a tribute to the dedicated grape growers of Mendoza. This single-vineyard bottling originates from a historic parcel in El Peral, Tupungato, within the Uco Valley, planted in 1958 by Victorio Coletto. Situated at an elevation of over 1,100 meters, these ancient, ungrafted vines thrive in clay-loam soils rich in calcium carbonate. The combination of high-altitude sunlight and cool mountain nights yields a Malbec of extraordinary depth, characterized by intense balsamic notes, red fruits, and a distinct mineral core. The wine undergoes meticulous fermentation and is aged for 18 months in new French oak barrels, resulting in a structured, velvety masterpiece that showcases the pinnacle of old-vine Argentine viticulture.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1883 by Tiburcio Benegas, Trapiche is one of Argentina's oldest and most pioneering wineries, located in the Maipú department of Mendoza. Operating from a historic, beautifully restored Florentine-style winery built in 1912, the estate is celebrated for introducing French grape varieties and modern viticultural techniques to the region. Under the guidance of renowned winemakers, Trapiche focuses on expressing the diverse terroirs of Mendoza—ranging from high-altitude Andean vineyards to their pioneering coastal estate in Chapadmalal, Buenos Aires. The winery is globally acclaimed for its exceptional Malbecs, particularly its Single Vineyard series, as well as elegant expressions of Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir.