Bodega Norton

Lote Lunlunta Single Vineyard Malbec 2017

Region: Argentina / Mendoza
Grapes: 100% Malbec

Overview / 2017

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The Lote Single Vineyard series includes three Malbecs that have been selected as representations of the terroir and distinctive features of the vineyards from the three estates of Bodega Norton in Mendoza: Lunlunta, Finca La Colonia and Agrelo, which are each located at the foot of the Andes Mountains. With this exclusive high-end line, Norton focuses on its estates and the origin of the grapes as a key factor of the wine quality to grant consumers a sensory experience: the chance to enjoy the qualities of each terroir and compare them. As a selection of wines made from the vineyard, the winemakers' challenge is to get the best grapes from the best vineyards of the winery. Lunlunta Estate is well-known for the refined and powerful personality of its Malbecs. The grapes for this wine come from vineyards planted in a shallow alluvial soil on a boulder bed cemented with clay.

92 Points

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2017 vintage

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harvest note

The 2017 growing season in Mendoza featured very low yields but very good quality from the grapes that were harvested. The season began with a very cool spring which brought some frosts in September and October. January brought considerably warmer temperatures before returning to historically average temperatures in February and March. The dry summer growing season brought optimal ripeness to the red varietals, which were harvested from early March to mid-April. The wines show good balance between maturity, ripeness, and acidity.

tasting note

Displays an intense purplish red color as well as deep aromas of red and black fruit with floral notes of violets and subtle mineral notes. Elegant and velvety wine with sweet character and refined tannins. It is also very fruity, which results in a lingering and pleasant finish.

food pairing

Perfectly pairs with roasted duck, venison, wild boar, or braised stews.

technical data

GRAPES: 100% Malbec
APPELLATION: Mendoza
PH: 3.46
ACIDITY: 6.37 g/l
ABV: 15%
AGING: Aged for 16 months in new French oak barrels followed by 12 months of bottle aging.
RESIDUAL SUGAR: 2.15 g/l

points of distinction

Single vineyard Malbec from Norton's Lunlunta estate vineyard
Aging regimen includes 16 months in new French oak barrels
Grape clusters are specially selected in the vineyard for optimal quality

about the grape +
- Malbec
  Well-made Malbec is a dark, perfumed wine with rich, blackberry and damson plum fruit, aromas of violets and tobacco, and ripe, juicy tannins. In France, may be mineral, structured and austere.

Founded in 1895, Bodega Norton is one of the most awarded Argentinean wine brands in the U.S. with more than 150 international wine awards to date. Bodega Norton combines a modern, state-of-the-art facility with rich heritage and old world charm.

– David Bonomi, Chief Winemaker