SINGLE VINEYARD
MALBEC GUALTALLARY 2016
TUPUNGATO • UCO VALLEY • BODEGA PULENTA ESTATE
"Pulenta's most austere and mineral Malbec: the unique expression of Gualtallary's calcareous soils at 1,300 meters."
The Most Exclusive Terroir of the Uco Valley
The Pulenta Single Vineyard Malbec Gualtallary 2016 comes from one of Argentina's most coveted terroirs. At 1,300 meters above sea level in Tupungato, the alluvial soils with a high content of calcium carbonate (chalk) impart a granular texture and unique minerality to the wine, distinguishing it from any other Malbec in the world. With 18 months in new French oak, this wine is the pinnacle of Pulenta Estate's Single Vineyard collection.
1. Luxury Technical Details
Winery: Pulenta Estate.
Vineyard: Gualtallary, Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza.
Altitude: 1,300 m.a.s.l.
Soil: Alluvial with high calcium carbonate (chalk) content.
Vintage: 2016.
Aging: 18 months in new French oak.
Alcohol: 14.5% vol.
Serving Temperature: 17°C - 19°C.
2. Exclusive Tasting Notes
Appearance: Intense purplish-red, almost black, with deep ruby highlights.
Nose: Austere and elegant. Notes of wild black fruits, mountain herbs (thyme, jarilla), black pepper, and a marked mineral note reminiscent of chalk and graphite stand out.
Palate: It has an impressive entry and a firm but very fine tannic structure. A great freshness and unique granular texture provided by the calcareous soil are perceived. The finish is long, dry, and profoundly sophisticated.
3. Collector's Profile
4. High-End Moments and Pairings
Pairing: Its structure and minerality make it ideal for game meats (venison, wild boar), Wagyu cuts, preparations with black truffle, and ultra-aged cheeses. A wine that demands dishes of its stature.
Suggested Moments:
- Special Celebration: The wine for once-in-a-lifetime milestones.
- Luxury Gift: The ultimate gift for the collector who has everything.
- Business: The most prestigious label for closing high-level deals.
- Romantic Dinner: To transform an intimate dinner into a unique sensory experience.
- Moment of Reflection: A wine to enjoy in silence, appreciating its complexity glass after glass.
