Alberti Malbec Reserva 2021
Full-bodied dry red wine · Bodega Calle
Vintage: 2021
Type
Full-bodied dry red wine
Producer
Bodega Calle
Country
Argentina
Vintage
2021
Region & Appellation
Mendoza, Argentina
Grape Varieties
100% Malbec
Color & Appearance
Deep ruby red with a dark purple core and youthful violet rim, showing moderate viscosity and slow-moving legs.
Aroma Profile
Pronounced aromas of ripe blackberry, plum, and black cherry, complemented by secondary notes of sweet vanilla, dark chocolate, and a hint of sweet tobacco from oak aging.
Tasting Notes
A rich and generous initial palate that develops into a plush, fruit-forward mid-palate, finishing with smooth tannins, balanced acidity, and lingering notes of dark fruit and spice.
Flavor Profile
Dominated by blackberry jam, ripe plum, and juicy black cherry, layered with subtle notes of mocha, sweet spice, and a touch of earthy minerality.
Body & Texture
Full-bodied with a velvety, smooth texture, plush mouthfeel, and a well-concentrated core of ripe fruit extract.
Acidity & Tannins
Medium acidity providing a refreshing lift to the rich fruit, paired with fine-grained, ripe, and velvety tannins that offer gentle grip without harshness.
Sweetness Level
Dry, with less than 3 g/L of residual sugar, balanced by ripe fruit sweetness and soft alcohol warmth.
Alcohol Content
14.5% ABV, typical for a rich, sun-drenched Mendoza Malbec, providing body and a warming finish.
Aging & Oak
Aged in French and American oak barrels for several months to soften tannins and impart subtle notes of vanilla, toast, and spice while preserving primary fruit character.
Food Pairings
Ideal with grilled red meats, Argentine asado, ribeye steak with chimichurri sauce, lamb chops, and hard aged cheeses like Manchego.
Serving Suggestions
Serve at 16-18°C (60-64°F) in a large Bordeaux-style red wine glass. Decant for 30 minutes to an hour to open up the aromas.
Price Range
$15 - $25 USD, offering exceptional value for a Reserva-tier South American red.
Quality Assessment
Score range 89-91 points, representing a very good, reliable, and premium everyday wine with classic Mendoza typicity.
Production Methods
Hand-harvested grapes sorted carefully, fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with regular pump-overs for optimal color and tannin extraction, followed by oak aging.
Terroir
High-altitude desert terroir of Mendoza featuring alluvial soils, low rainfall, intense sunshine, and significant diurnal temperature variations that promote thick skins, deep color, and vibrant fruit flavors.
History & Heritage
Bodega Calle honors historic winemaking traditions in Mendoza, utilizing heritage blocks and crafting wines that reflect the unique identity of the region's diverse microclimates.
Interesting Facts
The label features an illustration of the historic winery building and honors the heritage and deep-rooted history of winemaking in Mendoza, Argentina.
Cellaring Potential
Drinking exceptionally well now through 2027, offering primary fruit vibrancy that will slowly develop tertiary leather and earthy complexity over the next few years.
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