Barrel Selection

2007 Patagonia Malbec

The H J Fabre Barrel Selection is a captivating red wine from the picturesque region of Patagonia, showcasing the rich character of Malbec. This 2007 vintage offers a full-bodied experience, perfectly complementing its high acidity that invigorates the palate. It features a pronounced fruit intensity, revealing notes of dark berries intertwined with subtle hints of chocolate and spice, creating a delightful complexity. The well-structured tannins provide a firm backbone, ensuring a smooth and satisfying finish. As a dry wine, it exemplifies elegance and depth, making it a beautiful choice for those who appreciate a finely crafted Malbec.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Patagonia

The southernmost tip of Argentina is perfecto for growing cool-climate grapes. Patagonia's altitude, arid conditions and Antarctic influence result in wines with uniquely intense color and flavor. Pinot Noir is the standout variety, creating vibrant wines with glorious red fruit characters. Argentina's ever-reliable Malbec is a stalwart here, too, channeling the long, slow ripening season into gloriously bold yet elegant wines. But it was the early European-style Rieslings and Cabernet Sauvignons from the Rio Negro and Neuquen area in the north that initially put Patagonia on the wine map. These unspoiled valleys with their mineral-rich rivers produce wines as distinctive as the unique terroir that creates them.

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