Altos las Hormigas Malbec Paraje Altamira 2021

Altos las Hormigas Malbec Paraje Altamira 2021$39. 99 on 6+ bottles 97TA 96+WA 95D 97 pts Tim Atkin, MW "Organically farmed on the Jardn Altamira estate, a terroir that is delivering remarkable quality at only seven years of age, this is a wonderfully scented second release, showing impressive purity, focus and palate length. Chalky and savoury, with raspberry, blueberry and pomegranate flavours, filigree tannins and a long, stony finish. 2024 2032. (Feb 2023)" 96+ pts Wine Advocate "[$50 list]

pear and citrus

A wine for those who appreciate purity and poise over overt richness

It comes from a domaine owned by the Bichot family of Beaune

The 2016 La Louvière is a heady

confit de citron but not too peachy

plush contours wrap it all together

Facing south but with a steep 40% incline

Winemaking: The grapes are destemmed

currant and boysenberry flavors

Over the years

Best from 2028 through 2045

which provides lift and precision