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Chakana Estate Malbec
Chakana
Argentina - Mendoza    - Uco Valley   

Chakana is the name of the Southern Cross constellation. Its rotation in the sky throughout the year made it an effective agricultural calendar for the ancient Andean people.

Estate Malbec is from Chakana's Altamira (3,200 ft elevation) and Gualtallary (5,500 ft elevation) vineyards.

The color is deep purple, very intense, typical of Malbec. Plum, brambly berries, spices and an iris/violet note are apparent on the nose. Intense, fruity flavors with velvety tannins.

Specifications
Appellation
Uco Valley
Wine Type
Red
Varietal(s)
100% Malbec
Age of vines
10 years
Agricultural Practices
Organic
Soil type
sandy loam with calcareous gravels
Vinification
Fermentation with indigenous yeasts. 70% aged in new & used French oak barrels, and 30% in concrete vats for 12 months. Unfiltered.
Pairings

Excellent with roasted meats, duck, salad, pasta, pizza.

Reviews and News

2021 Chakana Estate Malbec - 93 PTS - TA

2021 Chakana Estate Malbec - 93 PTS - TA

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- Tim Atkin (2023 Argentina Special Report), 93 pts

2021 Chakana Estate Malbec - 91 PTS - JS
2021 Chakana Estate Malbec - 91 PTS - JD
2021 Chakana Estate Malbec - 90 PTS - IWR
2020 Chakana Estate Malbec - 93 PTS - VINOUS
2020 Chakana Estate Malbec - 93 PTS - TA
2020 Chakana Estate Malbec - 91 PTS - GOLD - Sommeliers Choice Awards
2019 Chakana Estate Malbec - 94 PTS - VINOUS #2
2019 Chakana Estate Malbec - 94 PTS - VINOUS
2019 Chakana Estate Malbec - 93 PTS - DWWA
2019 Chakana Estate Malbec - 91 PTS - JS
2018 Chakana Estate Selection Malbec - 93 PTS - TA
2018 Chakana Estate Malbec - 93 PTS - TP
2018 Chakana Estate Malbec - 91 PTS - WE
2018 Chakana Estate Malbec - 91 PTS - VINOUS
2018 Chakana Estate Malbec - 90 PTS - JS
2018 Chakana Estate Malbec - 90 PTS - JD
2017 Chakana Estate Malbec - 92 PTS - WE
2017 Chakana Estate Malbec - 90+ PTS - VINOUS
2017 Chakana Estate Malbec - 90 PTS - JS

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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