Ribera del CuarzoParcela Unica 2020
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Ribera del CuarzoParcela Unica 2020
Size75cl
Vintage2020
ABV14.5%
CountryArgentina
RegionPatagonia
Main GrapeMalbec (48%)
ExpressionRed, Richly Textured and Full-Bodied

Tasting note

Ribera del Cuarzo Parcela Única fuses the smoothness and multifaceted complexity of Especial with the pinpoint precision of Clásico. It is a basket of just-picked black cherries and foraged black truffles, a handful of pink peppercorns and crushed juniper, weather-washed Welsh wet slate, liquorice bootlace and an inhalation of the year's first vernal violet. It is a perfectly-proportioned, impeccably-tailored sartorial suit of finely-woven tannins; a wine of polish yet minute detail that elicits a haunting sense of place. Drink now, and be impressed, although its balance and intensity should allow for a decade's development in the bottle. Made from the finest grapes, carefully selected from the prime plot, in the southwest quadrant of the Araucana Vineyard. The elevated limestone composition of the soil and relentless winds impart heightened potency and finesse.

In the press

94/100 - A co-fermentation of malbec, merlot and petit verdot. Rich and deep but really fresh and scented, with masses of fresh black cherries, blackberries, dark plums, white pepper and graphite. Medium- to full-bodied on the palate, with chalky, fibrous tannins and a long, juicy finish. Naturally concentrated. Around 20% to 25% whole clusters. Drink or hold.
Zekun Shuai, JamesSuckling.com
16.5/20 - Deep greyish garnet. Lovely aroma that is both red- and dark-fruited as well as stony/mineral. Powerful, packed with dark fruits and so, so smooth. Flattering, polished and still fresh. An elegant, rich wine with a long finish. More to it than the Clásico 2022 and better balanced than the Especial 2022. Drink 2024-2032.
Julia Harding MW, JancisRobinson.com
ClosureNatural Cork
Suitable for
Vegetarians
Grape Varieties
Malbec48%
Merlot40%
Petit Verdot12%
pH3.5
Total Acidity6.01g/l Tartaric
Residual Sugar1.1g/l
Allergens
Sulphur
SKU CodeL7866120