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Luigi Bosca De Sangre Malbec Valle De Uco

Name: Luigi Bosca De Sangre Malbec Valle De Uco
Brand: Luigi Bosca
SKU: luigi-bosca-de-sangre-malbec-valle-de-uco
Rating: 92.3 (3 reviews)

A bold yet graceful Malbec, born from the heights and purity of the Uco Valley.

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Origin: Argentina · Mendoza · Los Árboles, Paraje Altamira
Grape: 100% Malbec
Alcohol: 14.5% vol.
Serving Temperature: 15-18 °C
Maturation: 12 months

About this wine

Luigi Bosca De Sangre Malbec Valle de Uco is a high-altitude 100% Malbec from Los Árboles and Paraje Altamira. Deep ruby red, it bursts with cherry, white pepper, and mineral notes, offering vibrant elegance, silky tannins, and a long, refined finish that captures the soul of the Uco Valley.

Appearance: Deep ruby red with black tinges, clean and bright.
Nose: Intense aromas of cherry and sour cherry, with white pepper, subtle smoke, tobacco, and mineral hints.
Palate: Elegant and vibrant, with fresh acidity, silky tannins, and a well-balanced, compact structure.
Finish: Long, complex, and refined, with lingering freshness and subtle spice.

Characteristics

Drinking window

Best within 3-10 years of the vintage

Body

LightBold

Tannins

SmoothTannic

Sweetness

DrySweet

Acidity

SoftAcidic

Aromas & flavours

Red Fruit: Cherry
Sour Cherry
Spice: White Pepper
Oak/General Ageing: Tobacco
Smoke
Mineral: Mineral Notes

Food pairings

Pairs beautifully with roasted meats, creamy dishes, aged cheeses, or charcuterie.

Pairs well with

Red Meat & Game
Smoky & Grilled Dishes
Aged & Hard Cheeses
Earthy & Umami Flavours

Asian cuisine

Japanese Wagyu
Korean BBQ (Bulgogi or Galbi)
Thai Massaman Curry
Chinese Braised Pork Belly
Vietnamese Shaking Beef
Peking Duck
Japanese Teriyaki

Medium spice
Pairs well with moderately spiced dishes, where flavours stay balanced with the wine’s ripe fruit and smooth tannins. Avoid very spicy food, as the wine’s structure may intensify the heat.

Awards

All awards and scores received across vintages.

93
93 pointsDescorchados
20262023 vintage
92
92 pointsVinous
20252023 vintage
92
92 pointsIWC
2021 vintage

See all 8 awards and scores

2023 vintage

93
93 pointsDescorchados
20262023 vintage
92
92 pointsVinous
20252023 vintage

2022 vintage

92
92 pointsVinous
2022 vintage

2021 vintage

92
92 pointsIWC
2021 vintage

2020 vintage

92
92 pointsIWC
2020 vintage
92
92 pointsVinous
2020 vintage

2019 vintage

92
92 pointsVinous
2019 vintage

2018 vintage

92
92 pointsIWC
2018 vintage

Technical characteristics

Origin & Grape

Origin: Argentina · Mendoza · Los Árboles, Paraje Altamira
Grape: 100% Malbec
Altitude: 1050 m
Vine Age: 20 years

In the Cellar

Maturation: 12 months

In the Glass

Alcohol: 14.5% vol.
Serving Temperature: 15-18 °C

The Makers

Winemaker: Pablo Cúneo
Agronomist: Alberto Arizu Sr.

Practical

Bottle Size: 750ml
Allergens: Contains sulfites

Winery

Luigi Bosca

A benchmark of Argentine fine wine, shaped by four generations of family vision and Mendoza’s exceptional terroirs.

Discover Luigi Bosca All Luigi Bosca wines

The Winery

A Legacy of Elegance, Crafted for the Unexpected

Luigi Bosca, Argentina’s first boutique winery, brings timeless elegance and a spirit of discovery to fine wine. Guided by more than a century of expertise, it crafts expressive, refined wines with a distinctive sense of place. Embracing the philosophy of “Seize the unexpected,” Luigi Bosca invites wine lovers to look beyond the familiar and discover a new side of Argentine wine.

The Family & Heritage

Four Generations of Visionary Winemaking

Since 1901, four generations of the Arizu family have shaped Argentina’s fine wine landscape with passion and vision. Their pioneering role in the Luján de Cuyo D.O.C. reflects a lasting commitment to Malbec and its origins. From De Sangre and Apuntes to Los Nobles and The Legacy, each collection carries that vision forward, uniting heritage, creativity and ambition.

The Vineyards & Terroir

Mendoza’s Grand Terroirs, Elegantly Expressed

Luigi Bosca’s wines reveal the depth and diversity of Mendoza through some of its most renowned terroirs, from the historic vineyards of Luján de Cuyo to the high-altitude sites of the Uco Valley. Vistalba, Gualtallary, El Peral and Paraje Altamira each bring a distinctive expression of fruit, freshness and minerality. Through careful vineyard selection and precise winemaking, Luigi Bosca crafts wines of substance, finesse and individuality.

The Winemaker

Mastery in Motion: The Mind Behind the Wines

Pablo Cúneo, named “Winemaker of the Year 2025” by Descorchados, leads winemaking at Luigi Bosca with passion and precision. Born in Mendoza, he combines deep agricultural roots with experience gained in France and at leading Argentine wineries. Since joining Luigi Bosca in 2017, he has brought fresh energy to the entire collection. His artistry lies in crafting expressive wines that reflect the soul of each vineyard.

The Collection

Curated Expressions of Excellence

Each Luigi Bosca wine is a singular expression of place, heritage, and artistry. The portfolio includes bold and expressive collections such as De Sangre, the thoughtful precision of Apuntes, and the graceful complexity of Los Nobles. At its pinnacle, The Legacy Collection embodies the winery’s highest ideals, with wines of depth, elegance, and enduring character, crafted to honour the land, the lineage, and the visionary spirit of the Arizu family.