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97DWWA
96Descorchados
96Tim Atkin
95Jeb Dunnuck
95IWC

Luigi Bosca Finca Los Nobles Vistalba Malbec DOC

Name: Luigi Bosca Finca Los Nobles Vistalba Malbec DOC
Brand: Luigi Bosca
SKU: luigi-bosca-los-nobles-vistalba-malbec
Rating: 94.9 (8 reviews)

An icon of Vistalba, where century-old vines craft Malbec of elegance, depth, and timeless allure.

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Origin: Argentina · Mendoza · Vistalba
Grape: 94% Malbec, 6% Petit Verdot
Alcohol: 14.3% vol.
Serving Temperature: 15-18 °C
Maturation: 12 months

About this wine

Luigi Bosca Finca Los Nobles Vistalba Malbec DOC is a prestigious red crafted from 90+ year-old vines in Vistalba. This Malbec-Petit Verdot blend reveals deep red fruit, spice, and floral notes, with silky tannins and remarkable freshness. A true expression of Mendoza’s terroir and the Luján de Cuyo D.O.C. heritage.

Appearance: Deep purple-red with ruby hues and brilliant clarity.
Nose: Intense aromas of strawberry, cherry, sweet spices, and subtle toasted notes, with hints of floral freshness.
Palate: Ample, juicy, and elegant, with silky tannins, bright red fruit, and well-integrated spice.
Finish: Long, persistent, and complex, with a lingering floral and mineral elegance.

Characteristics

Drinking window

Best within 5-20 years of the vintage

Body

LightBold

Tannins

SmoothTannic

Sweetness

DrySweet

Acidity

SoftAcidic

Aromas & flavours

Red Fruit: Ripe Strawberry
Cherry
Black Fruit: Plum
Spice: Clove
Cinnamon
Black Pepper
Oak/General Ageing: Vanilla
Cocoa
Flower: Floral Notes
Mineral: Stony Notes

Food pairings

Perfect with roasted meats, rich pasta, or mushroom dishes. Also pairs beautifully with barbecued or braised dishes and aged cheeses.

Pairs well with

Red Meat & Game
Slow-Cooked & Braised Dishes
Aged & Hard Cheeses
Earthy & Umami Flavours

Asian cuisine

Chinese Braised Pork Belly
Soy-Braised Ribs
Japanese Teriyaki
Chinese Black Pepper Stir-Fry
Thai Massaman Curry
Korean BBQ (Bulgogi or Galbi)

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.

97
97 pointsDWWA
96
96 pointsDescorchados
20262022 vintage
96
96 pointsTim Atkin
20252022 vintage
95
95 pointsJeb Dunnuck
20252023 vintage

See all 12 awards and scores

2023 vintage

95
95 pointsJeb Dunnuck
20252023 vintage
96
96 pointsTim Atkin
2023 vintage
94
94 pointsVinous
2023 vintage

2022 vintage

96
96 pointsDescorchados
20262022 vintage
96
96 pointsTim Atkin
20252022 vintage

2021 vintage

94
94 pointsDescorchados
2021 vintage
94
94 pointsVinous
2021 vintage
95
95 pointsJeb Dunnuck
2021 vintage

Vintage not recorded

97
97 pointsDWWA
95
95 pointsIWC
93
93 pointsWine Spectator
93
93 pointsJames Suckling

Technical characteristics

Origin & Grape

Origin: Argentina · Mendoza · Vistalba
Grape: 94% Malbec, 6% Petit Verdot
Altitude: 1026 m

In the Cellar

Maturation: 12 months

In the Glass

Alcohol: 14.3% vol.
Serving Temperature: 15-18 °C

The Makers

Winemaker: Pablo Cúneo

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.

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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.