Doña Paula Estate High Altitude Malbec 2023
Full-bodied red wine · Doña Paula
Vintage: 2023
Type
Full-bodied red wine
Producer
Doña Paula
Country
Argentina
Vintage
2023
Region & Appellation
Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina
Grape Varieties
100% Malbec
Color & Appearance
Deep, opaque purple-ruby core with a vibrant violet rim, indicating youth, high concentration, and good extraction.
Aroma Profile
Intense aromas of black plum, fresh blueberries, and violets, complemented by subtle undertones of graphite, sweet spices, and a hint of fresh mint.
Tasting Notes
A plush and vibrant entry leads into a concentrated mid-palate filled with dark fruit and floral notes. The finish is long, elegant, and balanced by fresh acidity and smooth tannins.
Flavor Profile
Ripe black fruits like blackberry and plum, underscored by delicate floral notes of violet, a touch of cocoa, and subtle mineral hints from high-altitude soils.
Body & Texture
Full-bodied with a velvety, supple mouthfeel, soft textural extract, and a smooth, well-rounded presence on the palate.
Acidity & Tannins
Fresh, lively medium-plus acidity provides excellent balance to the rich fruit, supported by fine-grained, ripe, and silky tannins typical of high-altitude Uco Valley viticulture.
Sweetness Level
Dry with minimal residual sugar, balanced harmoniously by ripe fruit flavors and vibrant acidity.
Alcohol Content
14.0% ABV, offering warmth and generosity without feeling heavy or hot due to the balancing high-altitude acidity.
Aging & Oak
Aged in French oak barrels for 10 to 12 months, imparting subtle notes of spice, vanilla, and toast while allowing the pure varietal character and terroir to shine.
Food Pairings
Ideal with grilled red meats, Argentine asado, lamb chops, robust beef stews, or hard aged cheeses like Manchego.
Serving Suggestions
Serve at 16-18°C (60-64°F) in a large Bordeaux glass. Decanting for 30 minutes to an hour will help open up the aromatics.
Price Range
15 to 25 USD, offering exceptional value for money.
Quality Assessment
Estimated score of 90-92 points. Highly regarded for its consistent quality, showcasing the elegance and freshness achievable in high-altitude Mendoza.
Production Methods
Hand-harvested from estate-owned vineyards, gently destemmed, cold-macerated to extract color and aromas, fermented in stainless steel tanks with selected yeasts, followed by aging in French oak.
Terroir
Sourced from high-altitude vineyards in the Uco Valley (approx. 1,000+ meters above sea level) featuring poor, rocky, alluvial soils, intense solar radiation, and significant diurnal temperature variation which preserves acidity and freshness.
History & Heritage
Established in 1997, Doña Paula is a leading winery in Argentina committed to crafting estate-grown, terroir-driven wines from their own vineyards across Mendoza's best sub-regions.
Interesting Facts
Doña Paula is recognized for its sustainability efforts and is 100% estate-grown, ensuring complete control over the winemaking process from vineyard to bottle.
Cellaring Potential
Enjoyable now in its vibrant youth, but can cellar gracefully for 3 to 5 years to develop more tertiary complexity.
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