Satrapa Mil Malbec Reserva 2021

Winery: Satrapa

Grape: Malbec

A vibrant Mendoza Malbec from Satrapa’s "Mil" series—deep violet color, expressive aromas of red berries, spice and vanilla. Rich and structured with long persistence, aged 12 months in French & American oak.

🍇 Grape Variety: 100% Malbec, from Vista Flores, Tunuyán, Mendoza (Hand-harvested, 14.4% ABV)

📍 Region/Appellation: Mendoza, Argentina (Vista Flores subregion)

🏷 Winery: Satrapa (Mendoza boutique estate)

🍷 Type: Red – Malbec

🌡 Alcohol Content: ~14.4% ABV

📦 Bottle Size: 750 ml

⏳ Aging: 12 months in third-use French and American oak barrels; bottle rest before release

Tasting Notes
Opaque ruby with violet hues. Aromas of intense red fruits, vanilla and spice. On the palate—powerful and rich, with silky tannins and long-lasting finish. Persistent and balanced acidity with oak integration

Critic Scores
Vivino rating ~4.1/5 based on consumer feedback, highlighting fresh acidity and fruit-forward profile.

Food Pairing
Pairs well with grilled red meats, roast lamb, hearty pastas, and mature cheeses.

Aging & Cellaring
Approachable now, best within 3–5 years for fuller integration of oak and tannins.

Winery Story
Satrapa is situated in Vista Flores, Tunuyán, at 1,200 m elevation, in stony, sandy soils with windy climate. The Mil series reflects minimal intervention, prolonged maceration (32 days), complete malolactic fermentation and balanced oak aging for structure and finesse