Achaval Ferrer Quimera 2016
The Achaval Ferrer ‘Quimera’ is a red wine blend produced using Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes. Unusually, blending for the Quimera takes place early on in the winemaking process; while most producers keep ingredients separate for as long as possible to see how they develop, Roberto Cipresso and the rest of the Achaval Ferrer team are adamant about the benefits of early blending. Very intense jet-plum, clinging to the glass, this presents a mix of blueberry, raspberry ,cassis and crème de mûre - very accessible and upbeat. The palate is aromatic and very pure, prickling with underlying spice and minerals. Beautifully textured, opulent and supple, this dances on the palate - incredibly fresh and perfumed with rose and violet vying with hints of mocha, dark chocolate and dried fruits - tannins well integrated and ripe.
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The Producer Achaval Ferrer | Mendoza
In 1998, a group of Italian and Argentinean friends joined forces to realise a then extremely ambitious dream – the creation of world class Argentinean wine. From the very outset, the aim of Achaval-Ferrer was not only to produce...
Other wines from this producer
Achaval Ferrer Quimera 2016
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The Region Argentina | Mendoza
Located in the Cuyo region, Mendoza is by far the largest and most important wine-growing province in Argentina. Located on a high-altitude plateau at the edge of the Andes Mountains, the province is responsible for roughly 70% of the...
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Achaval Ferrer Quimera 2016
The Primary Grape Malbec
Malbec is a black grape variety that is traditionally used in Bordeaux blends to provide both colour and tannin to the wine. It is also grown in the Loire, South-West France, where it was responsible for the ‘black-wine of Cahors’ and many other Mediterranean wine regions....