Marcelo Pelleriti – Grand Cuvée Blend 2019 – Mendoza Argentina

Marcelo Pelleriti Grand Cuvée Blend 2019 is a meticulously selected multi-terroir composition from Mendoza’s finest vineyard parcels. Crafted by Marcelo Pelleriti and Miguel Priore, this wine represents the pinnacle of the Pelleriti Priore portfolio and showcases Argentina’s capacity for age-worthy excellence.

🍷 At a Glance

• Blend: 40% Malbec (La Consulta), 30% co-fermented Cabernet Franc & Malbec (Altamira), 20% Malbec (Agrelo), 10% Malbec (Altamira)
• Region: Mendoza, Argentina (La Consulta, Altamira & Agrelo)
• Vintage: 2019
• Vinification: Hand-destemmed into 225L French oak barrels, 20 days cold maceration at 8°C, daily barrel rotation and hand pigeage
• Aging: 24 months in French oak barrels + 3 years bottle aging
• Production: 500 cases (9L)
• Style: Dry red wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Aromatics: Floral lift with layered dark fruit and subtle earthiness
• Palate: Deep concentration with refined texture
• Structure: Complex tannins with long, persistent finish

Each year, only the finest barrels are selected to compose Grand Cuvée. Extended oak aging and prolonged bottle maturation contribute balance, integration, and long-term aging potential, positioning this wine among Argentina’s most serious collectible expressions.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Ultra-limited 500-case production
• Extended barrel and bottle aging
• 97 pts James Suckling / 95 pts Tim Atkin

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Dry-aged ribeye or tomahawk steak
• Slow-roasted lamb shoulder
• Aged hard cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors seeking top-tier Mendoza blends
✓ Drinkers who appreciate structured, age-worthy wines
✕ Not ideal if you prefer simple, fruit-forward styles

Scores

97 pts James Suckling
95 pts Tim Atkin