Medalla Malbec
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Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, slow-roasted lamb shanks, rich beef empanadas
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Trapiche's Medalla was first crafted in 1983 to commemorate the winery's centenary milestone, representing a landmark in Argentine winemaking as one of the country's first premium, oak-aged Malbecs. Sourced from select high-altitude vineyards in the prestigious Primera Zona of Mendoza, particularly Luján de Cuyo, this wine showcases the classic, concentrated character of old-vine Malbec. The grapes undergo meticulous selection, followed by fermentation and aging for approximately 18 months in French oak barrels. This traditional process imparts a sophisticated structure, velvety tannins, and rich layers of dark plum, black cherry, and sweet spices, balanced by a refined mineral undertone characteristic of Mendoza's stony, alluvial soils.
🍾 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.