Hostage – Altamira Single Vineyard Malbec 2021 – Mendoza Argentina

Hostage Altamira Single Vineyard Malbec 2021 is a high-altitude Uco Valley Malbec from limestone-covered rocky soils, combining juicy red fruit, polished tannins, firm acidity, and twelve months of French-oak aging.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape(s): Malbec
• Region / Appellation: Altamira, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina
• Vintage: 2021
• Vineyard: 4.5 hectares; planted more than 70 years ago
• Altitude: 1,100 meters (3,600 feet)
• Soil: Sandy loam with large rocks covered in calcium carbonate
• Aging: 12 months in French-oak barrels
• Winemakers: Marcelo Pelleriti & Miguel Priore
• Style: Dry red wine; fresh, elegant, mineral, and structured

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

Juicy red fruit is framed by polished tannins and firm acidity, giving the wine energy and definition. Berry fruit is joined by subtle mushroom and wet-earth notes, creating an elegant, thought-provoking Altamira profile.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Old-vine Malbec from a clearly defined Altamira site
• Calcium-carbonate-covered rocky soils give the wine a strong terroir identity
• Twelve months in French oak adds polish while firm acidity preserves freshness

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Beef
• Poultry
• Lamb
• Braised meats
• Aged cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Malbec drinkers who prefer freshness and mineral character
✓ Fans of high-altitude Uco Valley reds
✓ Buyers who enjoy polished tannins and savory complexity
✕ Not ideal if you want a soft, simple, fruit-only Malbec

Scores

James Suckling: 96 points