2005 Alamos Malbec
2005 Alamos Malbec
Winemaker's Notes

Fact Sheet

The 2006 Alamos Malbec presents a deep, opaque violet color with purple hues. The nose is intense and complex, with ripe black fruits, sweet spice and a touch of violets. The mouthfeel is sweet and supple, with black cherry and cassis flavors mingled with spicy black pepper and a touch of leather. The finish is long and persistent with soft, sweet tannins.

José Galante, Chief Winemaker

Name: Alamos
Varietal: 100 % Malbec
Vintage: 2006
Vineyards: La Consulta, Tupungato, Lunlunta, and Agrelo
Fermentation: Selected yeast, max temp. ferm. 28/30°C, 12 days, with a maceration of 23 days
Aging: 9 months in French and American oak, 25% new
Alcohol: 13.3 % vol
Acidity/pH: 5.25/3.80