2020 Susana Balbo "Nosotros" Malbec, Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina

ABOUT THIS WINE

“Nosotros” is crafted only in outstanding vintages, with the 2020 sourced from a meticulously selected single vineyard in Agrelo, one of Mendoza’s premier high-altitude terroirs. Planted in alluvial soils with excellent drainage at 1,150 meters above sea level, the vineyard benefits from wide diurnal shifts that preserve acidity and aromatic intensity. Fermentation takes place in small concrete vats with native yeasts, followed by 16 months aging in 100% new French oak barrels.

The wine opens with a complex bouquet of ripe blackberry, lavender, graphite, and subtle espresso. On the palate, it's dense and layered yet refined, with savory mineral tension balancing the ripe fruit core. Its intensity is never overbearing, thanks to superb freshness and finesse. A wine to cellar or enjoy with slow-cooked lamb, dry-aged ribeye, or rich mushroom dishes.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

Susana Balbo, widely regarded as Argentina’s first female enologist, founded her namesake winery in 1999 in Luján de Cuyo with a focus on crafting expressive, terroir-driven wines that marry innovation with Argentine tradition. The “Nosotros” line represents the culmination of her vision: wines born from the finest vineyard parcels and a collaborative spirit among her winemaking team.

The estate practices sustainable farming, hand-harvesting, and gravity-fed vinification, ensuring minimal intervention and maximum expression of place. With a reputation for precision and elegance, Susana Balbo Wines has become a global ambassador for Argentine Malbec—“Nosotros” standing as its most iconic and collectible statement.