Power up your summer with nine passionate Mendoza white and reds.
Find nine quality Mendoza wines which has won a Gold or Silver medal at this year's Decanter World Wine Awards. All are available to buy in China.
9 powerful Mendoza wines scored over 90 at 2016 Decanter World Wine Awards
Wines
Bodega Catena Zapata, Adrianna Vineyard White Stones, Mendoza, Argentina, 2013
94
94/100
Subtle citrus nose with some buttery, creamy notes. Vibrant, delicate Chardonnay with green apple, white peach and quince jelly aromas and a pure expression of minerals evocative of wet river stones. Beautiful wine, with a fantastic complexity and a long finish.
Cheval Des Andes, Mendoza, Argentina, 2012
90
90/100
Intense black fruits on the nose with an interesting mineral note almost evocative of blood or iron. Incredible dense mouthfeel and intense spicy dark fruit characters on the palate with a refreshing salinity and mouth-watering finish.
Doña Paula, Selección de Bodega Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina, 2011
90
90/100
Beautiful deep violet colour. Delicate fragrances of cherries, violets, dried herbs, stones and graphite. A charming palate, fresh and round with a fruit concentration, ripe and fine grained tannins and well-managed oak highlighting the fruit. A very accomplished wine.
Chakana, Estate Selection Blend, Mendoza, Argentina, 2014
90
90/100
Complex nose with layers of aromas such as: plum, cherry, blackcurrant, bell pepper, as well as violet, liquorice and spices. Intense black fruit, tobacco and herbal character in the mouth, underpinned by a fresh acidity and a dense texture. Very enjoyable.
Bodegas Escorihuela, Pequeñas Producciones Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina, 2013
90
90/100
Classy Malbec from Mendoza, with delicate scents of violets and rosemary, leading to generous notes of ripe berries and rose petals on the palate. Well-executed, serious, with a mouth-watering acidity and firm tannins.
Sottano, Judas Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina, 2013
92
92/100
Inviting nose with delicious dark chocolate covered blackberries, tobacco and cloves. Complex palate with concentrated black plums, supported by a touch of sweet oak, fine grained tannins and a lovely acidity. Elegant finish, a great example of Malbec.
Finca Sophenia, Synthesis Malbec, Tupungato, Mendoza, Argentina, 2013
93
93/100
Gorgeous aromas of plums, violets and cardamom followed by exquisite and fresh, minty raspberries on the palate, reminiscent of an Eton mess. Juiciness, delicacy and power, this has the qualities of the best Malbecs.
Terrazas De Los Andes, Malbec, Altamira, San Carlos, Mendoza, Argentina, 2014
95
95/100
Vibrant aromas of berries, flowers and herbs with a surprisingly fresh mineral note. Impeccable precision here with layers of dark fruit flavours complemented by well-integrated oaky taste. Chalky tannins and fresh acidity serve to frame the generous fruits. A pure Altamira Malbec with an endless finish.
Viña Cobos, Bramare Rebon Vineyard Malbec, La Consulta, San Carlos, Mendoza, Argentina, 2013
96
96/100
Attractive dark fruit, floral and mineral aromas with a slightly evolved gamey touch. Complex palate, boasting delicious salty dark cherries and raspberries with layers of chocolate and violets. Round fine tannins, velvety texture and a fresh, long unforgettable finish also define this exceptional Malbec.