Andeluna, Uco Valley (Mendoza, Argentina) Malbec 2020

Jul 6, 2022

By Michael Franz

 This is wicked good Argentine Malbec for the money, and for that matter, wicked good wine of any type from anywhere for $11.  Packed with black plum and dark berry fruit, it is rich and satisfying without seeming over-ripe or clunky, which is the common malady among comparably affordable Malbecs.  Nearly as savory as it is fruity, and substantial without seeming heavy, this is bloody impressive — and would be at $18.  There’s a lot of verbiage on the label, and as a proprietary moniker, I had to choose between “Limited Edition” and “Special Selection from Our Vineyards.”  I went with the latter because I’ve visited this estate, which is very well situated to make fine wine.  Like this one.        

Country / Region

Mendoza, Argentina

Appellation

Uco Valley

Grape Variety

Malbec

Color

Red

Vintage

2020

Score

91

Price

US $ 11.00

Producer

Andeluna