At a glance

Producer

Susana Balbo Wines

Region

Mendoza, Argentina

Grape variety

Malbec

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

USD $110-140

Tasting profile

Rich dark fruit (blackberry, plum), violet, cocoa, sweet spice, subtle oak; robust yet elegant with balancing acidity and minerality

Evolution: With age, expect tertiary notes of leather, tobacco, earth, and dried flowers; fruit will integrate further with savory, spice and mineral undertones

At peak: Peak complexity and harmony likely achieved between 2027 and 2032, with further subtlety and nuance into 2035

Structure

Acidity

Medium-plus, providing freshness

Tannins

Firm, fine-grained, with excellent integration

Alcohol

Typically 14.5-15% ABV

Aging potential

Exceptionally high for Argentine Malbec; built for long cellaring

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2027 to 2032

Optimal window

2024 to 2035

Current status

Can be enjoyed now, but will benefit from further aging

Current condition

Youthful yet showing complexity; structure and fruit are integrated but primary characteristics remain prominent

‘Nosotros’ is Susana Balbo’s flagship bottling, sourced from select high-altitude Malbec plots in Paraje Altamira, Uco Valley. The 2019 vintage is widely regarded as one of Mendoza's greatest recent harvests: cool conditions yielded structured, ageworthy wines with deep concentration and freshness. This wine benefits from both the winemaking precision and natural acid balance provided by high-elevation terroir, supporting cellaring up to two decades in top conditions.

Food pairing

Ideal with dry-aged beef, lamb chops, wild mushroom risotto, hard cheeses, or Argentine asado.

Serving

Decant

Yes (30 minutes) — The wine has firm tannins and is medium-bodied, which can benefit from aeration to enhance its flavors and soften the tannins.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Drip irrigation for water conservation; solar energy partially implemented; strict vineyard yield control; reduced chemical input (integrated pest management); eco-friendly packaging including lighter bottles and recycled cardboard

Susana Balbo Wines is recognized among Argentina's leaders in sustainability, focusing on smart energy, water saving, waste reduction, and local community support. They have made important progress with resource efficiency and packaging, though are not fully certified organic or biodynamic. The long international supply chain raises carbon emissions for export markets, yet the winery’s internal mitigation policies help offset this. Continuous progress in reducing energy and water use, and switching to lighter, eco-friendly materials, results in a strong sustainability profile for the region—well above average for premium South American wine estates.