Matias Riccitelli Hey Malbec 2023

Matias Riccitelli Hey Malbec 2023

 

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Matias Riccitelli
Hey Malbec 2023
  • Vintage : 2023
  • Country : Argentina
  • Region : Mendoza
  • Subregion :
  • Type : Red
  • Style : Deep Full Bodied
  • Format : 75cl
  • Alcohol : 14°
  • Grappes : 100% Malbec

The Matias Riccitelli Hey Malbec is a vibrant and juicy expression of Argentine Malbec, offering bold fruit flavors and a lively character. It’s crafted for immediate enjoyment, capturing the essence of the Luján de Cuyo and Uco Valley regions.

Experts Score Vintage
JS James Suckling 92 2018
RP Robert Parker 91+ 2017
More information on wine critics and ratings

Region and Vineyards

This Malbec is crafted from vineyards located in the esteemed regions of Luján de Cuyo and Uco Valley in Mendoza, Argentina. The vines are situated at altitudes ranging from 1,000 to 1,700 meters above sea level, ensuring optimal conditions for grape ripening. These high-altitude vineyards benefit from cooler temperatures, which help preserve the wine’s natural acidity and enhance the concentration of flavors. The vines are ungrafted old vines, contributing to the depth and complexity of the wine.

Winemaking

The Hey Malbec is meticulously crafted through a combination of traditional and modern winemaking techniques. 80% of the fermentation is conducted with temperature control between 25 and 27°C over a 25-day maceration period, with three daily pumpovers to ensure maximum extraction of flavors and color. The remaining 20% undergoes fermentation with whole clusters, which introduces a touch of carbonic maceration, adding a fresh, vibrant character to the wine.

After fermentation, 70% of the wine matures in small concrete tanks, while the remaining 30% is aged in used French oak barrels to add complexity and smoothness. This balance between concrete and oak aging ensures the wine maintains its fresh fruit profile while developing additional layers of texture and flavor. The wine is recommended to be aged for 4 years for optimal enjoyment.

Tasting Notes

  • Aroma: Juicy black fruits like blackberries combine with delicate floral notes of violets and a touch of black pepper, creating an inviting and aromatic nose.
  • Palate: On the palate, the wine is lush and vibrant, with flavors of ripe black fruits and soft, ripe tannins. The finish is opulent, smooth, and well-balanced, making it both delicious on its own and a great match for food.

Did You Know?

The Hey Malbec range from Matias Riccitelli is known for its playful and dynamic style, aimed at showcasing Malbec’s fun and approachable side. First produced without oak in 2018, it highlights the fresh and fruity nature of Malbec, making it a great everyday wine.

Wine Pairing Ideas

  • Juicy red meats: The bold black fruit flavors and soft tannins of the wine pair beautifully with grilled steaks or lamb.
  • BBQ ribs: The sweet and savory profile of BBQ matches the wine’s vibrant fruit and peppery undertones.
  • Mature cheddar or gouda: The richness and softness of the wine complement the sharpness and creaminess of aged cheeses.

James Suckling (JS) : 92 Points (2018)
This has attractive, thirst-quenching appeal with instantly delicious summer berries in abundance. The palate has a long, lithe and juicy feel with a succulent and silky palate that really delivers fresh appeal.

Robert Parker (RP) : 91+ Points (2017)
The young and fresh 2017 Hey Malbec! mixes grapes from young vines in the Valle de Uco with those from older ones in Luján de Cuyo. It fermented with some full clusters in concrete vats and used barriques, and most of the wine was kept in concrete with just a small percentage in oak. This has an explosive nose, with great maturity, moderate acidity and superb natural balance. It's very clean, focused and fruit-driven. It seems simple, but t'is a lot more complex and has more depth than you think. There are flowers, berries, herbs and spices, with a juicy, harmonious palate. What an entry-level Malbec should deliver. 150,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in April 2018.

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