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Cueva de las Manos Malbec Organic
Chakana
Argentina - Mendoza    - Lujan de Cuyo   

Cueva de las Manos translates to "Cave of Hands". There are a series of caves in Patagonia containing stenciled paintings of hands, dating back over 9,000 years ago. The caves have been named a World Heritage Site, and they are the inspiration for the label on these wines.

Cueva de las Manos Malbec is deep purple in color. Fruity intensity on the nose with floral notes. A juicy texture, mild tannins and good structure balanced by a well-integrated freshness. Clean and pure finish.

Specifications
Appellation
Lujan de Cuyo
Wine Type
Red
Varietal(s)
100% Malbec
Agricultural Practices
Organic
Certifications
LETIS Organic
Soil type
Mostly loam, with sandy loam spots, 100 cm and deeper, with calcium carbonate coated gravels in some areas.
Vinification
Spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts
Aging in concrete vats for 10 months.
Production
4,000 (9-liter cases)
Pairings

Perfect with "asados", the traditional Argentinean grill. 

Reviews and News

2021 Cueva de las Manos Malbec - 90 PTS - VINOUS

2021 Cueva de las Manos Malbec - 90 PTS - VINOUS

vinous logo"From, Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo, the 2021 Malbec Cueva de las Manos is an organic wine. It's purple in color. The nose showcases aromas of fresh plum, herb and hints of cherry. Broad and indulgent with a voluminous flow and refined tannins, it’s a delicate wine with good flavor. - Joaquín Hidalgo"

- Antonio Galloni's Vinous (November 2022), 90 pts

2020 Cueva de las Manos Malbec - 90 PTS - JS

2020 Cueva de las Manos Malbec - 90 PTS - JS

james suckling hq logo plain"Plums, blueberries, herbs and violets on the nose. Medium body with chewy tannins. Juicy and fleshy. Structured, but balanced. Straightforward malbec from organically grown grapes. Drink now."

- James Suckling (March 2021), 90 pts

2019 Cueva de las Manos Malbec - 87 PTS - Silver Medal - BTI

2019 Cueva de las Manos Malbec - 87 PTS - Silver Medal - BTI

bti silver 2021 b"Deep purple color. Aromas and flavors of mixed berry cobbler, cola, and chai latte with a satiny, crisp, fruity medium body and a smooth, delightful, medium-length finish with nuances of berry gelato. A creamy Malbec with warm spice notes."

- Beverage Testing Institute (January 2021), 87 pts - Silver Medal

 

 

Producer Information: Chakana

Chakana is a family owned winery located 960 meters (3,149 feet) above sea level at the foothills of the Andes Mountains in Agrelo, Mendoza. It is one of the leading ...
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