Aguijón de Abeja Obrera Malbec – Durigutti – Patagonien – 2024 – 13.5%

Aguijón de Abeja Obrera Malbec – Durigutti – Argentine red wine – 2024 – 13.5%

Awarded 91 points by James Suckling (2024)

Brothers Héctor and Pablo Durigutti come from Mendoza and made wine in Italy, Argentina, and Chile before starting their own family winery in 2002. With the Aguijón de Abeja series – "bee sting" – they explore Argentina’s terroirs beyond Mendoza.

This Malbec comes from the San Patricio del Chañar Valley in Neuquén, Patagonia, where the cool climate brings freshness and focused fruit. The wine is made with minimal intervention.

A modern, refreshing Malbec that shows a different side of Argentina’s most famous grape.

Grape composition: 100% Malbec

Taste: Chocolate cherry, strawberry, and violet on the nose, followed by a medium-bodied to full-bodied, juicy and bright palate with ripe dark fruit and blackberry. Soft tannins, a subtle touch of oak, and balanced acidity.

Colour: Deep violet-red

Food pairing: Grilled beef, burgers, empanadas, and grilled vegetables.

Storage: Ready to drink now and best within 3-4 years.

Serving: Best served at 15-17 degrees

Allergens: Contains sulfites