2013 BenMarco Malbec Mendoza Argentina

Susana Balbo is the dynamic presence behind one of the best wineries in Argentina. In 2012, she was recognized as one of the “Most influential women wine-makers” by The Drink Business magazine. Plus, in 2015 she was awarded “Woman of the Year” by the same magazine. She is also running for the President of Argentina. Not sure where she finds the time.

BenMarco Malbec is harvested from the Vista Flores terroir in the Uco Valley of Mendoza, from a single vineyard at 1,110 metres above sea level. The vineyard is 26 year old vines. It was hand harvested and after a 30 day maceration, was transferred into 1-3 year old French oak for 11 months. It underwent complete malolatic fermentation.

It has a beautiful deep purple colour with perfumed aromas of ripe red fruits and roasted coffee beans. It is lush, full bodied and penetrating on the palate with loads of chewy, currant jam flavours, bright acidity, and a touch of grip on the almost savoury finish. This wine really unfolds with some air so try not to slurp it down in a rush, and it shows why the Argentine people are in love with Malbec.