Terroir Series Finca el Milagro Malbec
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Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from the vintage release, with the structure to cellar for up to 20 years in optimal conditions.
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Grilled ribeye steak, slow-roasted lamb shanks, wild mushroom risotto
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The Terroir Series represents Trapiche's ultimate quest to showcase the diverse microclimates of Mendoza by celebrating individual grape growers. Finca el Milagro, located in the prestigious La Consulta sub-region of the Uco Valley, sits at an impressive altitude of over 1,100 meters above sea level. This 'Miracle Vineyard' thrives under the watchful eye of dedicated growers, where extreme diurnal temperature swings and poor, stony soils with calcium carbonate deposits force the old Malbec vines to dig deep. The resulting wine is a masterclass in Uco Valley terroir, combining intense solar concentration with a vibrant, chalky minerality. Traditionally aged for 18 months in new French oak, it delivers a complex profile of dark plums, violets, and graphite, wrapped in velvety, structured tannins.
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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.