Gestos Malbec 2006 Finca Flichman, Mendoza

Technically, this wine is a 'Malbec/Malbec' blend - with 50% of the fruit coming from vineyards at 700m above sea level (this fruit gives the ripe plum and prune characteristics) and 50% coming from 1,100m (where the grapes mature more slowly giving intense colour and aromatics).

Origin:: Argentina

Closure:: Screwcap

Style:: Rich, spicy reds

Varieties:: Malbec

ABV:: 13.9%

"For those who like their reds beefy and big, this is a 'blend' of Argentina's signature grape from vineyard sites at two different heights: those at 700m contribute the more robust fruit flavours; those at 1,100m the finer elements of the fragrance. Hearty food is required: a hefty chunk of steak or homemade beef burger would fit the bill. "