Matias Riccitelli's Hey Malbec is an exquisite Argentine wine originating from the famed Mendoza region. This sensational wine, characterised by its vivid, intense red colour, boasts an intriguing blend of freshness and vibrancy. Encompassing tasteful notes of ripe, red fruit and subtle hints of vanilla and dark chocolate, the wine manages to strike an impeccable balance between richness and acidity. Its indulgent flavours and smooth texture lend to an impressively enduring aftertaste. With its full-bodied characteristic and delicate tannins, Hey Malbec is beautifully rounded off and expertly cultivated, reflecting Riccitelli's dedication to superb craftsmanship. Perfect for any occasion.

Tasting Notes

A very stylish Malbec delivering enticing aromas of wild dark fruits, vanilla and chocolate on the nose. Complex and rich on the palate, with juicy black fruits, violet and black pepper enveloped in soft ripe tannins and an opulent finish.

About the Winery

Nestled in the heart of Argentina's prime wine-growing region, Matias Riccitelli winery is an exceptional vanguard of viticulture, renowned for its outstanding quality wines that perfectly capture the essence of Mendoza. Combining the wisdom of traditional winemaking methods with innovative practices and avant-garde flair, its eponymous founder, Matias Riccitelli, has carved out a unique place in the global winemaking terrestrial mosaic.

This boutique winery, independent and family-owned, features an eclectic range of exclusive, handcrafted wines distinctly Mendoza, a tantalising repertoire of taste and aroma profiles that represent the very essence of Argentina's wine heritage. Matias Riccitelli is dedicated to crafting beautiful wines that reflect the richness and diversity of the Mendoza terroir, velvet tapestries of sun-soaked vines, fertile soil, and the cool Andean breezes.

The jewel in the crown of Matias Riccitelli's portfolio is arguably its distinctive take on Argentine Malbec. A bold, robust wine with lush, dark fruit undertones and a beguiling complexity that evokes the region's captivating landscape. Emblematic of Riccitelli's dedication to quality are his vineyards, encapsulating both the Valley de Uco and Lujan de Cuyo where the majority of the old vines are planted.

Among the other crowd-pleasers are the Old Vines Semillon, the Hey Malbec! and the Republica Malbec, each offering a unique expression of the Mendoza terroir and underscoring Riccitelli's prowess as an innovative winemaker.

Visitors to the winery are treated to a full-bodied experience, not just the unforgettable wines. The winery's breath-taking surroundings, the jagged peaks of the Andes providing a dramatic backdrop to the luscious vineyards, create a visual spectacle equally as intoxicating as the wines themselves.

In a world where much of winemaking is mass-produced and commercialised, Matias Riccitelli stands as an inspiring testament to traditional craftsmanship, a celebration of the artisanal, the personal and the passionate. The confluence of craftsmanship and innovation, homed at Matias Riccitelli entrepreneurship, promises an exciting future for Argentine wine.

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