Matías Riccitelli is emerging as one of Argentina’s notable winegrowers, originating from Cafayate in Salta and now operating in Las Compuertas, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza. Since establishing his winery in 2009, he has cultivated vineyards across some of Mendoza’s finest regions.
His properties encompass 20 hectares of old vines in Las Compuertas, along with additional vineyards in Gualtallary, Los Chacayes, San Pablo, and even Patagonia. Each location contributes unique qualities to his wines.
Tasting Notes:
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Riccitelli Blanco de la Casa 2023: An expressive wine with 12.5% alcohol, showcasing good acidity and a range of flavors including citrus and minerals. It has been rated 94/100.
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Riccitelli Torrontés ‘Old Vines from Patagonia’ 2019: This unique Torrontés is fermented in clay amphorae. It offers minty complexity, wet clay nuances, and citrus flavors, earning a score of 93/100.
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Riccitelli Semillon 2023: Made from ungrafted old vines aged on lees, this wine possesses a savory edge and layers of complexity, rated 94/100.
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Riccitelli This is Not Another Lovely Malbec’ 2023: A whole bunch fermentation in concrete results in a pure, floral profile with vibrant fruit, rated 93/100.
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Riccitelli Bonarda ‘The Apple Doesn’t Fall Far From the Tree’ 2021: This wine has impressive fruit intensity and depth, rated 94/100.
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Riccitelli Sangiovese 2023: From a one-hectare plot that has been ungrafted since 1930, this wine promises a rich expression.
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Riccitelli Tinto de Casa 2022: A blend from old and young vines, this wine is both supple and detailed, scoring an exceptional 95/100.
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Riccitelli Malbec Vineyard Selection 2021: With fruit from 80-year-old vines, this elegant wine achieves a score of 95/100.
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Riccitelli Bastardo ‘Old Vines from Patagonia’ 2022: A rare wine capturing the essence of Patagonia, noted for its elegance and focus, rated 94/100.
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Riccitelli Republica del Malbec 2020: Noted for its freshness and minerality, this score of 95/100 reflects its high quality.
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Riccitelli Viñas Extremas Malbec Valle de los Chacayes 2021: Hailing from a high-altitude vineyard, this wine offers bold fruit concentration and fresh elegance, earning a top score of 96/100.
For more information, visit Matías Riccitelli’s website.