Bodega Noemia Malbec 2017
- Vintage
- 2017
- Region
- Patagonia
- Country
- Argentina
- Size
- 0.75L
- Grape
- 100% Malbec
- Type
- Red Wine
- Ratings
Winemaker Notes
Grapes harvested in March in 15kg. crates. The 1,5 hectares are divided in 4 parcels considering the soil composition in the different areas of the vineyard: clay, sand, limestone, stones, silt, each parcel is harvested at different moments to obtain a more even and balanced ripeness. A 75% of the grapes were destemmed and the rest was left in full clusters chosen by hand for their impeccable health. This allows us to minimize tannin extraction since the stems already provide tannins and polyphenols. It was fermented spontaneously with the estate’s selected yeasts, in four custom made French oak fermenters, one for each of the four parcels. The cap is wetted once a day and later in the ferment ; one pigeage a day. Once the wine reached below 2 grams of residual sugar, we did a very quick pressing. Maturation: The wine completed
Maturation
The wine completed the malo-lactic fermentation in 600 liters Demi-Muids and was aged for 23 months.
Certifications
Organic certified vineyards (Argencert). The vineyard is farmed following biodynamic practices since 2006.
Wine Spectator Tasting Note:
Svelte and well-structured, with lively acidity backing the dried red currant and berry flavors that show plenty of leafy accents. Ends with expressive minerality on the spicy finish.
Bodega Noemia is run by Countess Noemi Marone Cinzano from Italy and Hans Vinding Diers from Denmark. The Vineyards are situated in the Rio Negro Valley of Patagonia. Old vines of Malbec can date back to 1932. The estate's vineyards are organic certified and biodynamic practices are applied. The wines are aged in French oak barrels, concrete fermentation tanks, and the special Nomblot eggs.