Manos Negras Stone Soil Malbec 2023

Tasting Notes

'Manos negras', meaning 'black hands', refers to the belief of owners Alejandro Sejanovich and Jeff Mausbach that 'real winemakers get their hands dirty - hands black with wine'. From Paraje Altamira in the Uco sub-region of San Carlos, Stone Soil is the product of a selection of vines planted on a stretch of stony soil, notable for its white calcium carbonate-covered stones. Whole berry fermentation with natural yeasts, matured 12 months in 20% new French oak barriques. Amanda Barnes: Nice floral notes opening on the palate, good brightness and approachability. Lots of energy and tension, lovely for the price. Madeleine Stenwreth, MW: Vibrant, with intense ripe forest fruit, floral notes and spice. Alive and full of fruit, it requires a bit of time to open up in the glass. Dirceu Vianna Junior, MW: Gorgeous fruit, and a modern reductive character, youthful but with great energy. Fresh and just lovely: drink. Drinking window: 2024-2030. (decanter.com,May 15, 2024)