# Pablo y Walter Malbec (2023)

- **Producer:** Boutinot
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Malbec
- **Region:** Mendoza, Argentina
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €16
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black plum, blackcurrant, red cherry, black cherry

## About this wine

The Pablo y Walter Malbec 2023 is a red wine from Mendoza, Argentina, produced by Boutinot. It is a 100% Malbec, with grapes sourced from 25-year-old vines in the Uco Valley and Agrelo district. The wine is a collaborative project between Argentine winemaker Walter Bressia and Boutinot winemaker Guillaume Letang, named to honor Boutinot's founder, Paul Boutinot, and Walter Bressia. The label aims to reflect the vibrant street life of Mendoza. Boutinot has a long-standing relationship with Argentine growers, focusing on sourcing value and quality from established estates.

## Interesting facts

- The wine is named after Boutinot's founder, Paul Boutinot, and Argentine winemaker Walter Bressia.
- The label design is inspired by the vibrant street art of Mendoza.
- Walter Bressia acquired new steel tanks specifically for this project.
- This Malbec is vegan-friendly.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and supple tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of grilled meats. Its fruit-forward character can stand up to bold flavors, while its freshness cuts through fattier dishes, creating a balanced dining experience.

## Wine making process

The Pablo y Walter Malbec is vinified using 100% Malbec grapes. The winemaking process focuses on preserving the natural fruit character of the grape. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, a technique chosen to maintain the wine's freshness and brightness. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes unoaked aging, meaning it is not matured in oak barrels. This method allows the inherent qualities of the Malbec fruit from Mendoza to be the primary focus of the wine's profile. The producer, Boutinot, has invested in specific equipment, such as new stainless steel tanks, to support this winemaking philosophy.