Norton Malbec Barrel Select 2024
Introduction
Bodega Norton is a prestigious Argentine winery situated in the Mendoza region, established in 1895 by English engineer Sir Edmund James Palmer Norton. In 1989, the estate was acquired by Austrian businessman Gernot Langes-Swarovski, and it is currently operated by Michael Halstrick under a philosophy that blends high-quality winemaking with deep respect for the traditional Argentine process. The winery is celebrated for its commitment to innovation and its significant role in establishing Mendoza’s high-altitude vineyards as a premier source for world-class Malbec.
Wine Description
The Norton Malbec Barrel Select displays a clear, medium ruby colour with vibrant violet hues. The nose is expressive and rich, offering a bouquet of ripe plum, blackcurrant, and figs, complemented by hints of anise, black pepper, and spicy vanilla. On the palate, the wine is dry and full bodied with a firm structure, featuring balanced acidity and friendly, well-integrated tannins. Flavours of lush black fruit and sweet spices lead into a persistent, medium-length finish marked by notes of toasted oak. This 100% Malbec is crafted from grapes grown at elevations between 850 and 1,100 metres above sea level, with 50% of the wine aged for 12 months in French oak to achieve a delicate balance between fruit vibrancy and wood complexity. While delightful upon release, this wine has an optimal drinking window of five to seven years.
Norton Malbec Barrel Select 2024
Introduction
Bodega Norton is a prestigious Argentine winery situated in the Mendoza region, established in 1895 by English engineer Sir Edmund James Palmer Norton. In 1989, the estate was acquired by Austrian businessman Gernot Langes-Swarovski, and it is currently operated by Michael Halstrick under a philosophy that blends high-quality winemaking with deep respect for the traditional Argentine process. The winery is celebrated for its commitment to innovation and its significant role in establishing Mendoza’s high-altitude vineyards as a premier source for world-class Malbec.
Wine Description
The Norton Malbec Barrel Select displays a clear, medium ruby colour with vibrant violet hues. The nose is expressive and rich, offering a bouquet of ripe plum, blackcurrant, and figs, complemented by hints of anise, black pepper, and spicy vanilla. On the palate, the wine is dry and full bodied with a firm structure, featuring balanced acidity and friendly, well-integrated tannins. Flavours of lush black fruit and sweet spices lead into a persistent, medium-length finish marked by notes of toasted oak. This 100% Malbec is crafted from grapes grown at elevations between 850 and 1,100 metres above sea level, with 50% of the wine aged for 12 months in French oak to achieve a delicate balance between fruit vibrancy and wood complexity. While delightful upon release, this wine has an optimal drinking window of five to seven years.
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Introduction
Bodega Norton is a prestigious Argentine winery situated in the Mendoza region, established in 1895 by English engineer Sir Edmund James Palmer Norton. In 1989, the estate was acquired by Austrian businessman Gernot Langes-Swarovski, and it is currently operated by Michael Halstrick under a philosophy that blends high-quality winemaking with deep respect for the traditional Argentine process. The winery is celebrated for its commitment to innovation and its significant role in establishing Mendoza’s high-altitude vineyards as a premier source for world-class Malbec.
Wine Description
The Norton Malbec Barrel Select displays a clear, medium ruby colour with vibrant violet hues. The nose is expressive and rich, offering a bouquet of ripe plum, blackcurrant, and figs, complemented by hints of anise, black pepper, and spicy vanilla. On the palate, the wine is dry and full bodied with a firm structure, featuring balanced acidity and friendly, well-integrated tannins. Flavours of lush black fruit and sweet spices lead into a persistent, medium-length finish marked by notes of toasted oak. This 100% Malbec is crafted from grapes grown at elevations between 850 and 1,100 metres above sea level, with 50% of the wine aged for 12 months in French oak to achieve a delicate balance between fruit vibrancy and wood complexity. While delightful upon release, this wine has an optimal drinking window of five to seven years.
