Bodega Urqo Los Durmientes Malbec

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Producer	Bodega Urqo
Style	Red
Grape	Malbec
Region	Mendoza

About this wine

Bodega Urqo Los Durmientes Malbec is an approachable yet structured Malbec from the Valle de Uco, sourced exclusively from the Urquia family's Tupungato vineyards. Named after the railway sleepers ("durmientes") that line the vineyards, this wine showcases the minerality, graphite notes and rich fruit typical of high-altitude Uco Valley Malbec. A beautiful expression of terroir at an exceptional price point. Why You'll Love It This is authentic Uco Valley red wine from a family estate committed to purity and site expression. The Urquia family's 300-hectare property near Tupungato benefits from deep sandy soils with limestone seams, creating wines with distinctive minerality and graphite character. With subtle oak influence and high-altitude fruit, this wine delivers the complexity and structure of premium Uco Valley Malbec at remarkable value. Meet the Producer Located near the mountain town of Tupungato in Mendoza , the Urquia family manages 300 hectares of desert-soil vineyards, crafting wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Valle de Uco. Their focus is on purity, site expression and exceptional value in every bottle. Production Made from 100% Tupungato Malbec, grown on deep sandy soils with limestone seams that impart distinctive minerality. A touch of oak adds subtle complexity without overpowering the fruit. The vineyard's high-altitude terroir shapes the wine's structure, mineral notes and aromatic profile. Tasting Notes A classic Uco Valley Malbec with a graphite and floral nose, a mineral-rich palate and firm structure. Juicy red and dark fruits mingle with earthy undertones, producing a versatile and food-friendly wine with excellent balance. Perfect Pairings Perfect with ribeye steak, homemade cheeseburgers, grilled peppers, goat cheese, hearty pasta dishes or roasted vegetables. Also excellent with barbecued meats and empanadas. Grape Variety 100% Malbec