A Lisa 2022
Patagonia • Bodega Noemía
"Sophistication from Patagonia: a Malbec with an artisan soul that stands out for its electric freshness, floral elegance, and unique fruit transparency in the world."
The Malbec of the Blue Desert
Born in the **Valle Azul of Río Negro**, A Lisa is the entry-level wine of the prestigious **Bodega Noemía**. Under the direction of Hans Vinding-Diers, this red is an ode to precision viticulture in the desert. Harnessing Patagonia's constant winds and wide thermal amplitude, A Lisa redefines Argentine Malbec through a lens of freshness, minerality, and a "chalky tannin" structure found only in these alluvial and calcareous soils.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Bodega Noemía.
- Origin: Valle Azul, Patagonia, Argentina.
- Varietal: 90% Malbec, 9% Merlot, 1% P. Verdot.
- Aging: Stainless steel, concrete, and 4th-use French oak barrels.
- Alcohol Content: 13.5% Alc. Vol.
- Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Bright and deep purplish red, with a medium intensity that shows its artisanal purity.
Nose: Explosion of fresh blue and red fruits. Distinct notes of violets, lavender, and a mineral touch reminiscent of wet stone, with subtle hints of fine spices.
Palate: Fluid and direct entry. Tannins are chalky, fine, and precise. Its acidity is natural and vibrant, providing a freshness that invites another glass. Long and extremely clean finish.
3. Style and Verticality
BODY (MEDIUM / VERTICAL) [ ● ● ● ○ ○ ]
ELEGANCE AND FINESSE [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
PROFILE (FRUITY / MINERAL) [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
SWEETNESS (DRY) [ ● ○ ○ ○ ○ ]
4. The Art of Serving
Gastronomy: Patagonian lamb on the grill, beef tenderloin, duck confit or wild mushroom risotto. Excellent with goat cheese or Brie.
Ideal Moment: Romantic dinners or technical tastings where one seeks to explore Argentina's more sophisticated and cooler side.
Temperature: Serve between **14°C and 16°C** to highlight its natural freshness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be a "cold climate wine"?
It means it comes from an area with lower than average temperatures, which allows for slower grape ripening, preserving acidity and delivering more floral aromas than wines from warm areas.
Is decanting A Lisa 2022 recommended?
It is not essential as it is a very fluid and expressive wine, but 15 minutes of aeration can help the mineral and violet notes unfold more clearly.