Petite Fleur Malbec 2017

“The blueberry and floral aromas are so attractive. Medium body and fine juicy flavors. Slightly tangy undertone. Delicious finish” 93 Points. JAMES SUCKLING. jamessucking.com

Varietal: 100% Malbec

Altitude: 1,000 - 1,200 masl

Bottle: 750ml | Alc. 15% v/v. | Approx 8.9 Standard Drinks 

Tasting notes: 

Deep purple-red. Its aroma is reminiscent of red berries, dark fruit and spices as well. Fruity and complex on the palate, with round tannins. Persistent finish. An elegant and complex wine.

Aged in French oak barrels for 12 months. Then, it is aged in bottles for 6 months.

Pair It

Best served between 14° – 16° C, this Malbec is a perfect pair with Pasta, stews, red meat and cheese.

Cellar It

The 2017 Petite Fleur drinks well now but has a cellaring potential of 5-7 years. 

About the winery: 
Owned by François Boursaud (Chateau Le Gay, Pomerol, France), the winery is situated at the foot of the Andes Mountains in the heart of the Uco Valley, one of the main viniculture regions in Argentina. The property comprises 130 hectares (321 acres) at an altitude between 1,000 and 1,200 meters above sea level.

The land slopes towards the north and east, giving it the best exposure to sunlight in the southern hemisphere.

Awards and Ratings

2014 93pts | Tim Atkins

2014 92pts | James Suckling

2015 93pts | Tim Atkins

2015 93pts | James Suckling

2016 93pts | Tim Atkins

2016 92pts | James Suckling

2017 93pts | Tim Atkins

2017 92pts | James Suckling

2018 93pts | James Suckling