Eugenia Luka Rio Infinito Malbec 2025

Rio Infinito Malbec 2025 is a distinctive expression of Gualtallary, Tupungato, Mendoza, sourced from estate-grown vineyards located at approximately 4,000 feet in altitude near the Andes. Produced and bottled by Eugenia Luka Wines, this Malbec reflects the freshness and concentration characteristic of its high-altitude terroir.

It presents a bright purple color with fresh aromas of strawberry, blackberry and plum, complemented by subtle vanilla notes. On the palate, sweet, round tannins, vibrant fruit, freshness and persistence create a balanced and concentrated profile.

The wine undergoes stainless-steel fermentation with selected yeasts and receives four months of oak contact. The 2025 vintage received 91 points from James Suckling and 90 points from Jeb Dunnuck.

Description

Region of Origin: Gualtallary, Tupungato, Mendoza, Argentina. Estate grown, produced and bottled.

Winemaker: Joaquin Martin

Vineyard: By the Andes, altitude 4000 feet. Soils of alluvial origin, loose and highly permeable structure. Special pruning, irrigation and canopy management to obtain a balanced vineyard that provides high quality grapes.

Vinification: Harvest during March and April. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with selected yeasts at a controlled temperature between 24 and 16°C

Ageing: contact with oak for 4 months

Tasting Notes: Concentrated and bright purple color. Fresh, red and black fruit aromas such as strawberry and blackberry, plum and notes of vanilla. On the palate, its sweet and round tannins increase the feeling of fruitiness and balance. Good intensity, concentration, freshness and persistence.

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