Matias Riccitelli 'The Apple Doesn't Fall Far From The Tree', Lujan de Cuyo, Malbec, hails from one of Argentina's most exciting winemakers. Crafted by Matias Riccitelli, whose pedigree and experience have shaped him into a true innovator on the Mendoza wine scene, this Malbec encapsulates the essence of Argentina's finest terroirs. The grapes are sourced from high-altitude vineyards: Perdriel, nestled at 950 metres with its rocky soils near the Mendoza River, and Gualtallary, perched at 1,400 metres in the Uco Valley, known for its calcareous earth. Both sites benefit from dramatic diurnal temperature changes, fostering rich, concentrated flavours and balancing natural acidity in the grapes. Nurturing attention to quality is evident at every stage-from meticulous green harvesting and manual picking to fermentation in small concrete tanks and ageing in seasoned French oak barrels.
Tasting Notes
Appearance:
This Malbec pours a deep, vivid purple, reflecting its intensity and youthful vibrancy.
Nose:
The bouquet is impressively expressive, offering up generous aromas of wild dark fruits such as black plum, interwoven with enticing hints of cedar, spicy fruit cake, vanilla, and chocolate. The aromatic profile is both elegant and complex, drawing you in with layers of richness.
Palate:
On the palate, the wine is mouthfilling and robust, displaying concentrated flavours of ripe black fruits complemented by subtle oak spice. The texture is smooth and elegant, with beautifully integrated tannins providing structure without harshness. The interplay between ripe fruit, spice, and subtle savoury notes creates a wine of real depth and harmony.
Finish:
The finish is long and persistent, leaving lingering notes of ripe fruit, spice, and a gentle touch of chocolate. The balance of freshness and richness ensures it concludes with finesse and satisfying complexity.
Matias Riccitelli's Malbec is a standout Argentine wine, delivering elegance, intensity, and a true sense of place-a rich, smooth, and memorable bottle for any red wine enthusiast.
