Felino Malbec 2023 vs Ramon Bilbao Rioja Vinedos de Altura 2021
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. Ramon Bilbao Rioja Vinedos de Altura 2021 currently starts £0.04 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £17.99 | £17.95 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Felino | Ramon Bilbao |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Malbec | Garnacha, Tempranillo |
| Region | — | Rioja |
| Country | — | Spain |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
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Felino Malbec 2023
Paul Hobbs first visited Mendoza in 1989, crossing the Andes from Chile and instantly captivated by the region, its people, and its potential for producing outstanding wines. He began experimenting with wild-fermented Chardonnay and Malbec, the grape that would later become Argentina’s signature variety. His first 10-barrel vintage of Malbec impressed the American press, highlighting the potential of the region. In 1999, he established Viña Cobos , focusing on authentic expressions of Mendoza’s terroirs. Today, the winery produces elegant and balanced wines that reflect meticulous vineyard management and deep respect for the land. Viticulture The vineyards are located in Valle de Uco and Luján de Cuyo at altitudes ranging from 2,780 to 4,800 feet. The semi-desert climate, with its strong sunlight and wide diurnal temperature shifts, produces grapes with concentrated flavours and natural acidity. Winemaking The grapes are hand-harvested and fermented with a combination of selected and native yeasts in 8- and 17-ton closed-top stainless-steel tanks. The wine is then aged in American oak barrels for nine months and bottled in February. No fining is applied, preserving the wine’s natural purity. Tasting Note This Malbec shows a deep red colour with violet tones. The nose is expressive, revealing aromas of plum, blueberries, menthol, and subtle floral notes. On the palate, it is concentrated yet balanced, juicy, pure, and finishes long and elegant. Food Matching This wine pairs beautifully with a charcuterie board with cheese, stuffed pasta, skirt steak, or loin cuts, but it is also versatile enough to accompany a wide range of dishes. Technical Details Varieties: Malbec 100%
Ramon Bilbao Rioja Vinedos de Altura 2021
' Ramon Bilbao is a renowned Spanish winery based in Rioja, known for producing high-quality wines that blend tradition with innovation. Established in 1924, the winery specializes in crafting elegant, complex wines, with a focus on Tempranillo grapes. Their top-tier wine, Mirto, is made from old vines in select vineyards and is produced only in exceptional years, reflecting the excellence and craftsmanship that define the Ramon Bilbao legacy. The grapes come from two areas: Ãbalos for Tempranillo and Tudelilla for Garnacha. The altitude of over 700 meters gives the fruit freshness and elegance. Ãbalos: Sandy soils with decomposed limestone bedrock. Tudelilla: Poor, rocky soils. Grapes are carefully selected, with maceration before fermentation to extract aromas and colours. The two varieties are fermented separately to capture their unique characteristics. Malolactic fermentation takes place in French oak vats with the wine on its lees, followed by 15 months of aging. 2020 harvest was a vintage of extremes. Late autumn and early winter were very mild. However, a frost in April reduced production. This vintage has been rated as ''Memorable''. '
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