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Bodega Colome Estate Malbec 2021
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Bodega Colome Estate Malbec 2021

Bodega Colome (Hess Family Wine Estates) · Bodega Colome, Molinos, Salta, Argentina

$2514.0% proofBodega Colome sits in the Calchaqui Valley of Salta, Argentina — vineyards at extraordinary altitude.
Bodega Colome is the proof that altitude is not a gimmick — it is a winemaking tool as powerful as any barrel or blend.

Kit Aromas

Tasting Notes

Nose

Intense blackcurrant and black cherry, layered with violet and dried herbs.

Palate

Concentrated yet fresh — the altitude preserves acidity that keeps the ripe dark fruit lifted.

Finish

Long and structured. Cedar and violet persist.

Specifications
Varietal
Malbec
Blend
100% Malbec
Vineyards
Estate vineyards at 6,500-7,500 feet elevation, Calchaqui Valley, Salta
Serve & Pair

Cocktail Suggestion

Cocktail — Malbec Sangria

Food Pairing

Pair with: Grilled Argentine-style short ribs with chimichurri.

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