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Description of the Doña Paula Winery
Located in the prestigious Mendoza wine region of Argentina, Domaine Doña Paula is recognized for its commitment to excellence and innovation in the production of high-quality wines. With a particular focus on Malbec, Argentina's iconic grape variety, Doña Paula exploits the unique potential of its high-altitude vineyards to create wines that express the richness and complexity of this exceptional terroir. Sustainable viticulture and precise winemaking techniques are at the heart of the estate's philosophy.
Description of the Cuvée Doña Paula Alluvia Malbec
Cuvée Doña Paula Alluvia Malbec is a remarkable expression of the Malbec grape variety, coming from a specific vineyard in Alluvia, in the Uco Valley. This wine represents the harmony between the unique terroir and winemaking know-how, offering a prestigious vintage that stands out for its concentration, elegance and depth. With careful aging in oak barrels, Alluvia Malbec is a testimony to the exceptional quality and singularity of Doña Paula wines.
Aromas of the Cuvée
This cuvée reveals a complex and intense aromatic profile, with dominant notes of ripe black fruits, such as blackberry and blackcurrant, accompanied by floral nuances, violet and mineral touches typical of the Alluvia terroir. The aromas of chocolate, vanilla and tobacco, resulting from aging in oak, add to the richness and complexity of the wine.
Characteristics of the Cuvée
- Grape variety: Malbec
- Profile: A deep and structured wine, with dense but fine tannins and well-integrated acidity which brings balance and liveliness. The finish is long and lingering, reflecting the superior quality and aging potential of the vintage.
- Aging Potential: Doña Paula Alluvia Malbec is designed for aging, with evolving potential that will allow the wine to reveal additional layers of complexity and elegance over time.
Pairings with this Cuvée
Doña Paula Alluvia Malbec pairs perfectly with rich and flavorful dishes, such as grilled red meats, spicy stews or mature cheeses. Its intensity and complexity make it an excellent choice to accompany elaborate dishes and enhance special occasions.
The little history of the country
Argentina
Although Argentina is considered the "new world", its wine tradition is much older than one might think, dating back to the time of Spanish colonization, in the 16th century and then by Italian settlers. Unlike Chile, wine has long been part of the country's culture. No wine-producing country in the world has made more progress in the last years of the 20th century (on the viticultural and oenological level and necessarily financially) which has allowed the country's wine producers to increase quality levels and have succeeded in consolidating an international export market. Argentina has now become the fifth largest wine producing country in the world, after France, Italy, Spain and the United States. Viticulture is practiced mainly in the foothills of the Andes, and more particularly in Mendoza, where the desert landscapes and high altitudes combine to give rise to aromatic and intensely perfumed wines. Some vineyards can even be planted up to 3000 meters above sea level! The terroir here is well suited to the grape variety adopted by Argentina: the omnipresent Malbec. Originally from Bordeaux, he is today responsible for some of the most famous Argentinian wines, which are characterized by their brightness and intensity, with floral notes and dark fruit flavors. Other red varieties produced in Argentina are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bonarda, Syrah, Tempranillo and Pinot Noir. Among white wines, the emblematic grape variety of the Argentine wine region is Torrontés, which gives a wine with a floral and tropical taste. The country also produces Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio. Today, Argentinian wines are recognized throughout the world for their full-bodied reds and as high-quality wines.