# Tapiz Organic Reserve Malbec (2019)

- **Producer:** Fincas Patagonicas
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Malbec
- **Region:** Mendoza, Argentina
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.9%
- **Average price:** €20
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Passed
- **Serving temperature:** 18–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** lavender, blackcurrant, blueberry, violet, coffee, vanilla, chocolate

## About this wine

The Tapiz Organic Reserve Malbec 2019 is a 100% Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina, produced by Fincas Patagónicas. The grapes are sourced from high-altitude vineyards in Tupungato and the Uco Valley, with elevations up to 1,350 meters. This altitude is a key factor in the wine's development. Fincas Patagónicas is a family-owned business founded by Patricia Ortiz, who is dedicated to sustainable winemaking and expressing the unique terroir of the Uco Valley. The Tapiz brand specifically focuses on this expression. The wine is cultivated using organic farming practices.

## Interesting facts

- Grapes grown over 1,000 meters above sea level.
- Organic viticulture is a core principle.
- Harvested manually for careful selection.
- Aged in a mix of French and American oak.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and ripe, smooth tannins are well-suited to complement the richness and protein of red meats. Flavors of dark fruit and subtle oak notes can echo or contrast with savory dishes, creating a harmonious dining experience. The wine's structure can stand up to robust flavors without being overpowered.

## Wine making process

The production of Tapiz Organic Reserve Malbec 2019 begins with a cold maceration of the must for one week at 5-8°C to extract color and aromas. Alcoholic fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks for 10-15 days at 28°C, followed by 16 days on lees. The wine undergoes 100% malolactic fermentation. It is then aged for one year in a mix of new French and American oak barrels. The grapes are sourced from organically farmed vineyards and are harvested manually.