Nieto Malbec, Luján de Cuyo

This Malbec hails from the high-altitude vineyards of the famed Luján de Cuyo region in Mendoza, Argentina, an area known for its alluvial soils, pronounced diurnal temperature swings, and iconic Malbec expressions.

On the nose it offers rich notes of black-plum and dark berry fruits joined by hints of violet florals, tobacco leaf and sweet spice.

 The palate is medium-to-full bodied, with juicy fruit depth, smooth velvety tannins, and a finish with subtle oak-derived vanilla and spice threads, yet remains fresh and well balanced. 

Vinification wise, grapes are harvested from mature vines in estate vineyards of Luján de Cuyo. A proportion of the wine sees oak maturation (for example, one source notes ~6-8 months in used French oak) to add structure and complexity without overwhelming the varietal fruit.