95 points Joaquín Hidalgo (Vinous): "The 2021 Malbec Jardin de Hormigas Meteora originates from Paraje Altamira and was aged for 12 months in concrete vessels. Purple in hue. The subtle, nuanced nose features violet, sage and fennel notes alongside plum and blackberry. It has a dry, lean, chalky texture with an athletic, focused profile in which the energy and mouthfeel enhance the light-footed character. The 2021 is a modern, beautifully sculpted red. Drink 2023-2036. (June 2023)."
95 points Tim Atkin, MW: "[13.5] Meteora is a brilliant new addition to Altos Las Hormigas’ superb range of Malbecs. Sourced from silty soils in Paraje Altamira, this was fermented with 15% whole bunches in concrete tanks and proves that the variety doesn’t have to be aged in oak to shine. Ethereal and hauntingly perfumed, it’s a wine of great purity and balance with layers of violet, plum and black cherry. 2025-2032. (2024)."
94 points Jesica Vargas (Wine Enthusiast): "Aromas of jarilla, rosemary, peppercorn and flint are followed by wild berries. The wine is full-bodied, with elegant tannins and silky texture. Bright ripe fruit flavors are enhanced by hints of licorice, dried herbs and black pepper that extend into a savory aftertaste. This is a delicious Malbec from the winery's vineyards in Paraje Altamira, Uco Valley. (03/02/24)."
93 points Matt Walls (Decanter): "Alberto Antonini owns the 88ha Jardin Altamira estate, planted at 1,200m and focusing on Malbec. This unoaked version is very perfumed: floral with violets and black cherry dancing over a core of spicy black fruit. There's lovely depth of fresh, bright pure black fruit on the palate – lots of silky black cherry – with top notes of red fruit: plum and cranberry on the long finish, overlaid with hints of herbs and spices. A wine of precision and tension – and a great partner for beef dishes. Drink 2024-2028. (03/16/24)."
95 points Tim Atkin, MW: "[13.5] Meteora is a brilliant new addition to Altos Las Hormigas’ superb range of Malbecs. Sourced from silty soils in Paraje Altamira, this was fermented with 15% whole bunches in concrete tanks and proves that the variety doesn’t have to be aged in oak to shine. Ethereal and hauntingly perfumed, it’s a wine of great purity and balance with layers of violet, plum and black cherry. 2025-2032. (2024)."
94 points Jesica Vargas (Wine Enthusiast): "Aromas of jarilla, rosemary, peppercorn and flint are followed by wild berries. The wine is full-bodied, with elegant tannins and silky texture. Bright ripe fruit flavors are enhanced by hints of licorice, dried herbs and black pepper that extend into a savory aftertaste. This is a delicious Malbec from the winery's vineyards in Paraje Altamira, Uco Valley. (03/02/24)."
93 points Matt Walls (Decanter): "Alberto Antonini owns the 88ha Jardin Altamira estate, planted at 1,200m and focusing on Malbec. This unoaked version is very perfumed: floral with violets and black cherry dancing over a core of spicy black fruit. There's lovely depth of fresh, bright pure black fruit on the palate – lots of silky black cherry – with top notes of red fruit: plum and cranberry on the long finish, overlaid with hints of herbs and spices. A wine of precision and tension – and a great partner for beef dishes. Drink 2024-2028. (03/16/24)."
| Product SKU | 353720 |
| Producer | Altos Las Hormigas |
| Country | Argentina |
| Region | Mendoza |
| SubRegion | Uco Valley |
| Varietal | Malbec |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| ABV | 13.5% |
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