Salentein Signos Malbec 2024
Captivating aromas of ripe plum, wild cherry, and delicate notes of thyme lead to a beautifully structured Malbec. Juicy and refreshing on the palate, with harmonious balance through to a long finish.
The vineyards lie in the Pedernal Valley at an average elevation of 1,400 metres above sea level. The soils are made up of gravel of varying sizes, which are rich in calcareous materials and silicas such as flint, complemented by silt and some clay, with a sandy loam to silty loam texture. Consequently, the soils are low in organic matter but offer the vines a good balance between water retention and drainage. The cool, dry continental climate receives an average annual rainfall of 150mm and enjoys generally sunny conditions year-round. Due to its elevation, the region experiences wide diurnal temperature variations during the growing and ripening seasons, producing highly concentrated berries with thicker skins resulting in richly flavoured wines.
The Malbec grapes were harvested in the early morning to maintain low temperatures during transport to the winery. Upon arrival, the grapes were transferred to stainless steel tanks where the must was chilled to 6°C for 72 hours for cold maceration. Yeasts specifically selected for this wine were then introduced, and fermentation proceeded for eight days at a controlled temperature of 27 to 29°C. The wine was then racked before being aged, 30% with oak contact, imparting subtle complexity.
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Alcoholic strength | 13.5% |
| Country | Argentina |
| Region | Pedernal Valley |
| Subregion | San Juan |
| Grapes | Malbec 100% |
| Residual sugar (g/l) | 1.9 |
| Body | B |
| Contains sulphites | Yes |
| Vegetarian | Yes |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Milk | No |
| Eggs | No |
| Organic | No |
| Biodynamic | No |
| Closure | Screwcap |
| Winemaker | Gustavo Daroni |
Bodegas Salentein is nestled in the picturesque Uco Valley just south of Mendoza. In 1996, Dutch entrepreneur Mijndert Pon purchased the estate in what initially seemed to be a rocky desert. He ambitiously embarked on planting vineyards at high altitudes with the aim of producing ‘wines like no other.’ A year later, construction of the magnificent cross-shaped winery began. The four wings of the landmark winery each ferment the wines before gravity transfers it to the underground cellars. The high-altitude vines are planted at an elevation of between 1,050 and 1,600 metres, against the breathtaking backdrop of the Andes Mountains. At this altitude, the vines benefit from optimal diurnal temperature differences and a diverse terroir in which they flourish. Today, Bodegas Salentein is one of the most admired Argentine wineries - not just in the Uco Valley, but in the world. Their focus is producing terroir-driven wines which express the essence of the Uco Valley, and they do so with great purity and finesse.
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