Bodega Noemia de Patagonia Noemia 2020

Bodega Noemia de Patagonia Noemia 2020

 

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Bodega Noemia de Patagonia
Noemia 2020
  • Vintage : 2020
  • Country : Argentina
  • Region : Patagonia
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  • Type : Red
  • Style : Deep Full Bodied
  • Format : 75cl
  • Alcohol : 13,5°
  • Grappes : 100% Malbec

Noemia by Bodega Noemia de Patagonia is an exquisite Malbec from one of the world’s most southern vineyards in Rio Negro Valley, Patagonia, showcasing intense dark fruit and remarkable depth.

Experts Score Vintage
VN Vinous (Antonio Galloni) 96 2020
WE Wine Enthusiast 94 2020
RP Robert Parker 94+ 2019
JS James Suckling 97 2018
More information on wine critics and ratings

Region and Vineyards

Bodega Noemia’s Noemia vineyard lies in the Rio Negro Valley at the northern edge of Patagonia, Argentina, in one of the southernmost wine regions in the world. This 3.7-acre vineyard was planted in 1932 with pre-phylloxera Malbec vines, some of the oldest in South America, and is divided into four sections based on soil composition and exposure. Positioned at an elevation of 240 meters above sea level on the north bank of the Rio Negro, the vineyard features soils rich in sand, gravel, riverbed deposits, and fluvial sediments on a limestone waterbed, creating an environment that enhances the wine’s mineral complexity.

Certified organic by Ecocert and partially biodynamic, the vineyard uses double Guyot training to support the vine growth and optimize fruit quality. The vineyard’s location, combined with organic cultivation, results in low yields and highly concentrated grapes that embody the character and elegance of this unique Patagonian terroir.

Winemaking

The Noemia is crafted entirely from Malbec grapes, meticulously hand-harvested in March to capture their optimal ripeness. After picking, the grapes are transported in refrigerated trucks to preserve their nuanced character, then fermented in small stainless steel fermenters to ensure precise temperature control. The wine undergoes malolactic fermentation for added softness and complexity.

For aging, Noemia spends 15 to 24 months in French demi-muids from the famed cooperage Tonnellerie Darnajou, imparting a subtle oak influence that complements the wine’s fruit profile. Following barrel aging, it undergoes an additional six months of bottle aging to refine its structure before release, resulting in a wine with substantial complexity and a smooth, balanced finish.

Tasting Notes

  • Color: Deep violet with garnet edges.
  • Aroma: Intense aromas of dark fruit, such as blackberry and plum, intertwined with hints of coffee, dark chocolate, and spice.
  • Palate: Elegant and well-balanced, offering layered dark fruit flavors with well-integrated tannins and acidity. A long, persistent finish underscores the wine’s depth and minerality, making it a memorable Malbec.

Did you know?

Bodega Noemia’s Noemia Malbec is a celebrated “cult wine” with a significant aging potential, often compared to some of the finest wines in the world. The vineyard’s heritage, with its pre-phylloxera vines and organic cultivation, creates a wine that is not only distinct but deeply rooted in Patagonian history and tradition, standing out as one of the purest expressions of Malbec.

Wine Pairing Ideas

  • Herb-Crusted Lamb: Complements the wine’s dark fruit and mineral notes, with the herbaceous crust enhancing its complexity.
  • Grilled Steak: The wine’s structure and balanced acidity match perfectly with the richness of a well-marbled steak.
  • Venison with Berry Reduction: The wine’s fruit intensity and spiced hints harmonize with the gaminess and fruit reduction.
  • Aged Manchego Cheese: Pairs beautifully with the wine’s persistent finish and layered texture.

History of Bodega Noemia de Patagonia

Founded by Countess Noemi Marone Cinzano and Hans Vinding-Diers, Bodega Noemia emerged from a desire to create world-class wines in one of the most southern wine regions on the globe. In 2001, the founders discovered old, pre-phylloxera Malbec vines in the Rio Negro Valley and saw an opportunity to revive the vineyard and explore Patagonia’s untapped potential for fine wine. They set out to craft wines that reflected the purity and natural beauty of the Patagonian terroir, preserving ancient winemaking traditions while employing modern techniques.

Since its inception, Bodega Noemia has been a pioneer of organic and biodynamic viticulture in the region, with every vineyard certified organic by Ecocert. These meticulous practices, along with a commitment to low intervention in winemaking, enable the team to produce wines of elegance and authenticity. Over the years, Bodega Noemia has gained international recognition for producing wines that are distinctly Patagonian, achieving cult status among collectors and critics alike.

Region and Vineyards

The Rio Negro Valley in Patagonia, Argentina, is known for its extreme climate, with hot days and cool nights that contribute to the unique freshness and balance of the wines. Situated at 240 meters above sea level on the north side of the Rio Negro river, the vineyards benefit from a mix of sandy, gravelly soils with limestone deposits, which add structure and minerality to the wines.

The estate spans 4.5 hectares of vineyards, divided into small plots that reflect distinct soil types and sun exposures. This diversity allows Bodega Noemia to cultivate grapes that are highly expressive of the terroir. In particular, the estate’s vineyards include 88-year-old pre-phylloxera Malbec vines, cultivated with double Guyot training to encourage healthy growth and concentration of flavor in the grapes.

Wine Range

Bodega Noemia’s wine portfolio highlights the essence of Patagonian Malbec with precision and elegance. Key wines include:

  • Noemia: The flagship wine, a single-vineyard Malbec with remarkable depth, aging potential, and complex flavors of dark fruit and minerality.
  • J. Alberto: A blend of 95% Malbec and 5% Merlot, known for its vibrant acidity, fine tannins, and refined structure that emphasize the freshness of the Patagonian terroir.
  • A Lisa: A more approachable Malbec with hints of Merlot and Petit Verdot, showcasing the lively fruit and minerality that define the estate’s style.

Each wine is crafted with a commitment to low intervention, allowing the purity of the fruit and terroir to shine through.

Did you know?

Bodega Noemia’s Noemia Malbec is often referred to as a “cult wine,” prized for its limited production and distinctive Patagonian character. With strict organic and biodynamic certification, the winery also engages in massal selection for vine propagation, preserving the genetic diversity and strength of their old vines. This approach underscores the estate’s philosophy of producing wines that are true to their origin.

Vinous (Antonio Galloni) (VN) : 96 Points (2020)
The 2020 Malbec originates from a 1932 plot planted in Mainqué, Río Negro, and underwent a two-year aging process in barriques and 500-liter barrels. Due to the warm vintage, this Noemía showcases a distinct character compared to the 2021 vintage tasted alongside. With a purple hue, the fruit-forward nose presents cherry and sweetbriar notes, accented by dried floral tones. Dry and relatively lean in comparison to other vintages, the 2020 offers good balance and a flavorful palate. The mouthfeel is a bit more one-dimensional than usual, but it lingers long.

Wine Enthusiast (WE) : 94 Points (2020)
Winemaker Hans Vinding-Diers sources fruit from 92-year-old Selection Massale vineyards in the Río Negro Valley to make this delicious Malbec. It starts with a nose of sweet spices and peppercorns. The palate has tension and bright fresh fruit, showing black and red berries, clove and hints of pink pepper.

Robert Parker (RP) : 94+ Points (2019)
The serious 2019 J Alberto comes from certified organic vines (Ecocert), but the label does not carry the organic seal. It comes from a 66-year-old ungrafted vineyard planted with Malbec interplanted with around 5% Merlot, and it fermented with some whole clusters in 5,800-liter stainless steel tanks with indigenous yeasts and a soft vinification by plot; there are five different soils, and it's vinified by soil. It was a bit closed at first and slowly opened up to red and black fruit and subtle spice. Part matured in concrete eggs, part in French barrique and 10% in demi-muid, and the wine rotates between these containers as needed with very low sulfur, as the wine is protected by the lees that keep the wine alive. The wine is very lively and vibrant, with very good freshness, refined tannins and clean, focused and pungent flavors that give it very good length. 11,00 bottles produced. It was bottled in February 2020.

James Suckling (JS) : 97 Points (2018)
Super intensity of pure fruit here with blackberries, purple fruit and fresh flowers. Cassis, tile and tapenade undertones, as well as licorice. Full-bodied, dense and layered with refined, polished tannins that go on for minutes. Energetic refinement here. Drinkable now, but better after 2021.

Bodega Noemia de Patagonia J. Alberto 2021
Bodega Noemia de Patagonia J. Alberto 2021
Bodega Noemia de Patagonia
J. Alberto 2021
WE
92
JS
94
VN
94
J. Alberto from Bodega Noemia is a Patagonian wine that delves deep into the terroir of Rio Negro Valley, offering a 95% Malbec blend with Merlot that combines dark fruit intensity, minerality, and fine tannins.
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Bodega Noemia de Patagonia A Lisa 2021
Bodega Noemia de Patagonia A Lisa 2021
Bodega Noemia de Patagonia
A Lisa 2021
WE
91
VN
92
JS
92
Bodega Noemia’s A Lisa is a vibrant Malbec-based wine that reflects the cool-climate elegance and mineral complexity of Argentina’s Rio Negro Valley in northern Patagonia.
37,60 €
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