At a glance

Producer

Trapiche

Region

Mendoza, Argentina

Grape variety

Malbec, Cabernet Franc

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$30-$50

Tasting profile

Deep purple color with aromas of blackberries, plum, violet, and subtle notes of spice and earth. Palate is concentrated with flavors of ripe black fruit, cassis, and a hint of herbal complexity from Cabernet Franc.

Evolution: Will gain complexity with tertiary notes like tobacco, leather, and forest floor emerging during mid to late drinking window.

At peak: At peak, balanced integration of fruit, oak, and tertiary flavors with silky tannins and lingering finish.

Structure

Acidity

Moderate to balanced, typical of high-altitude Mendoza vineyards

Tannins

Medium to firm, well-structured

Alcohol

14.5%

Aging potential

10-15 years based on producer quality and blend components

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2054

Optimal window

2022 to 2057

Current status

Optimal drinking window approaching

Current condition

Wine is showing good integration of primary fruit and tannins with some development of tertiary notes.

The wine's combination of high-altitude fruit intensity, varietal tannin structure (Malbec and Cabernet Franc), and Rioja-style oak aging gives it the capacity to evolve gracefully over a decade plus.

Food pairing

Grilled red meats, lamb, roasted vegetables, matured cheeses, hearty stews.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (45-60 minutes) — To soften tannins and allow aromatic complexity to open up.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Trapiche employs water conservation methods, integrated pest management, solar energy usage in production, and lightweight packaging to reduce environmental impact.

Trapiche is committed to sustainability reflected in vineyard management and energy efficiency measures. While not fully organic or biodynamic, their sustainable farming practices reduce chemical interventions and optimize water usage. Export logistics add to carbon footprint but packaging innovations mitigate some impact.