SINGLE VINEYARD
MALBEC AGRELO 2016
FINCA LA ZULEMA
BODEGA PULENTA ESTATE
Argentine Collector’s Red Wine
"The purest and most exclusive expression of a legendary terroir: a collector’s Malbec that defies the passage of time."
The Soul of a Selected Plot
The Pulenta Single Vineyard Malbec Agrelo 2016 is a true work of art in a bottle. Unlike other traditional varietals, this specimen comes from a specific and exclusive demarcation within Finca La Zulema, where the stony soil possesses a unique mineral composition. With an extended aging of 18 months in new French oak barrels, this ultra-premium Argentine red wine reaches an exceptional dimension of elegance, tannic structure, and depth that positions it among the world’s great wine icons.
1. Luxury Technical Details
Winery: Pulenta Estate.
Vineyard / Terroir: Single Vineyard (Selected Plot at Finca La Zulema, Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza).
Vintage: 2016 (A historic vintage for its fresh acidity and natural elegance).
Aging: 18 months in new French oak barrels.
Alcohol: 14.5% vol.
Recommended Serving Temperature: 17°C - 19°C.
2. Exclusive Tasting Notes
Appearance: Deep violet-red with elegant garnet edges, denoting a noble evolution in the bottle after years of cellaring.
Nose: Extraordinary aromatic complexity. Displays notes of black fruit in liqueur, withered violets, truffle, noble leather, and a subtle background of dark chocolate, exotic spices, and perfectly integrated oak.
Palate: A full-bodied wine with immense concentration and infinite silkiness. Its tannins are polished and mature. It offers an eternal finish, deeply elegant and with a distinctive minerality that evidences its origin in the Agrelo terroir.
3. Collector’s Profile
4. High-End Occasions and Pairing
Recommended Pairing: Designed to accompany haute cuisine dishes such as game meat (venison or wild boar), aged Wagyu or Kobe cuts, and gourmet preparations featuring black truffle. It is the definitive companion for ultra-aged cheese boards.
Suggested Occasions:
- Special Celebration: The exclusive wine to commemorate life’s most significant milestones.
- Luxury Gift: A sophisticated present for collectors and lovers of iconic signature wines.
- Business Meetings: Ideal for closing high-level deals where an internationally prestigious label is required.
- Romantic Dinner: To transform an intimate evening into an unforgettable sensory experience.
- Moment of Reflection: A meditative wine to be enjoyed slowly, glass by glass.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What makes the Finca La Zulema Single Vineyard Malbec special?
Unlike other Malbecs, it comes from a selected plot with a unique mineral composition within Agrelo, offering greater aromatic complexity, elegance, and exceptional aging potential.
How long is it recommended to decant this 2016 Single Vineyard?
It is recommended to decant for 45 to 60 minutes before serving to allow its tertiary notes, French oak, and ripe fruit to fully oxygenate and open up.
What is the aging capacity of this vintage?
Thanks to the freshness of the 2016 vintage and its 18 months of aging in new barrels, this label has an aging potential of 15 to 20 years in a controlled cellar.