TintoNegro Limestone Malbec (75cl, 14%)

TintoNegro Limestone Malbec is a high-altitude Mendoza Malbec blended with Cabernet Franc, at 14% ABV in a 750ml bottle. It draws its identity from the limestone-rich soils of Los Chacayes in the Uco Valley. Founded by Alejandro Sejanovich and Jeff Mausbach after nearly 15 years at Bodega Catena Zapata, TintoNegro sources fruit from vineyards at roughly 4,000 feet elevation. The Malbec is co-fermented with Cabernet Franc in concrete vats, then matured for nine months in used, neutral, well-seasoned oak barrels. The aroma leads with bright red cherry, followed by cassis, violets, subtle sweet herbs and a faint mineral edge. The palate is juicy and fruit-forward with raspberry and cherry, spice notes, finely grained chalky tannins and integrated acidity. The finish is medium to long with clean fruit and a dry, mineral-driven persistence.