2023, Mataas Riccitelli ‚The Apple Doesn't Fall Far From The Tree Bonarda, Mataas Riccitelli
EDKA RATING: 94
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Description
Deep, inky, and expressive, this Bonarda exudes dark fruit, liquorice, and chocolate tones wrapped in ripe tannins, finishing long with a fresh mineral lift.
About the Winery: Mataas Riccitelli, son of the legendary Argentine winemaker Jorge Riccitelli, founded his eponymous winery in 2009. Having worked at top estates across Argentina and abroad, Mataas brings a dynamic and modern approach to winemaking while remaining rooted in tradition. His 50 hectares of vineyards across Lujan de Cuyo, Mendoza, reflect a deep understanding of terroir, with minimal intervention and precise craftsmanship. Riccitelliof wines are celebrated for their vitality, purity, and innovation‚¬”representing the new generation of premium Argentine wine.
Grape Variety: 100% Bonarda ‚ sourced from 60-year-old vines in the Vistalba vineyards, yielding naturally concentrated and expressive fruit.
Appearance: Opaque purple hue with violet highlights, showcasing depth and youthful intensity.
Aroma: Complex aromas of dark plum, blackberry, and black cherry layered with hints of mint, cocoa, and savoury spice from oak ageing.
Palate: Concentrated and velvety, offering flavours of ripe dark fruits, liquorice, and bittersweet chocolate. The mid-palate is full yet poised, balanced by vibrant acidity and a mineral undertone that carries through the finish.
Body: Full-bodied with rounded structure and polished texture.
Acidity: Fresh and lively, balancing the ripe fruit concentration beautifully.
Cellaring Potential: Drink now for fruit vibrancy or cellar for 8‚10 years to reveal further complexity and savoury evolution.
Perfect Pairing: Excellent with slow-cooked beef, barbecued ribs, roasted aubergine, or aged hard cheeses like Parmesan and Pecorino.
Serving Temperature: Serve at 16‚18°C to reveal depth and aromatic nuance.
Contains sulphites. Information provided to the best of our knowledge at time of publication and subject to change by vintage.