Achaval Ferrer Single Vineyard Tasting Kit – Vintage 2021

This tasting kit features the four historic single-vineyard Malbecs from Achaval Ferrer, each one expressing the unique terroir of its origin in Mendoza, Argentina. All wines included are Vintage 2021, one of the most celebrated vintages of recent years.

Finca Bella Vista – Perdriel, Luján de Cuyo
Planted in 1910 along the southern bank of the Mendoza River, Finca Bella Vista produces one of the most elegant expressions of Malbec. The vineyard’s sandy-loam alluvial soils with deep gravel deposits create a wine known for its floral aromatics, silky tannins and vibrant acidity, offering a refined and sophisticated profile.
Score: 95 points – James Suckling.

Finca Nazarenas – Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo
Planted in 1923, this vineyard sits on an alluvial cone with deep clay-loam soils and excellent drainage. The result is a structured and expressive Malbec with ripe blackberry notes, spice complexity and a velvety texture balanced by fresh tannins.
Scores: 95 points – James Suckling | 95 points – Tim Atkin | 96 points – Descorchados.

Finca Mirador – Medrano, East Mendoza
Established in 1921, Finca Mirador grows in the warmer eastern part of Mendoza. The vineyard’s clay soils over sand and eroded rock, combined with intense sunlight, produce a powerful and concentrated Malbec with rich black fruit, graphite notes and remarkable depth.
Score: 96 points – James Suckling.

Finca Altamira – Uco Valley
Planted in 1950 at the foothills of the Andes at 1,100 meters of altitude, this vineyard is characterized by limestone-rich rocky soils and volcanic ash deposits. The wine displays exceptional freshness, mineral tension and layered complexity with floral and red fruit notes.
Scores: 98 points – James Suckling | 97 points – Descorchados | 96 points – Tim Atkin.
Finca Altamira was also named Global Malbec of the Year 2024.

What’s Included in the Tasting Kit

In addition to the four wines, the tasting kit also includes:

• The official technical sheets for each wine
• A detailed soil study for each vineyard, explaining the terroir and geological composition
• Professional tasting sheets for guided sensory evaluation
• A score card to compare and rate each wine during the tasting

This curated experience allows wine lovers, collectors and professionals to explore how soil, altitude and climate shape the identity of Malbec across Mendoza, tasting four historic vineyards side by side.