Achaval Ferrer Finca Altamira Malbec Luján de Cuyo

Luján de Cuyo, Argentina

From a single vineyard in Perdriel, Altamira is Achaval Ferrer's most celebrated wine: old-vine Malbec of extraordinary concentration and mineral precision, with violet, dark plum, black chocolate, and a fine-grained tannic structure that rewards a decade of cellaring.

Pairing intelligence

• main: Finca Altamira's concentration and elegance are perfectly calibrated for slow-roasted lamb; chimichurri rojo's red chili and herb character provides the bright contrast the wine demands.
• casual: The wine's dark-fruit concentration and Argentine character are ideal for empanadas; the olive filling echoes the wine's savoury depth while the spiced beef mirrors its complexity.
• casual: Old-vine Malbec and provoleta is a classic Argentine pairing; the cheese's caramelised saltiness finds traction against the wine's dark fruit and fine tannin while oregano and chili add Mediterranean depth.
• main: The wine's dark fruit and earthy depth resonate profoundly with mushroom ragù; a Malbec reduction in the sauce creates a direct flavour bridge while pasta absorbs the intensity.