By Bodegas Bianchi
IV Generacion Gran Malbec 2018

Wine Details
Winemaker: Silvio Alberto
Grape Variety: 100% Malbec
Oak Aging: 12 months in French oak barrels, 50% first use, 50% second use
Harvest: Manual
Aging Potential: 15 years

Production Details
Designation: Single vineyard (Enzo Estate) and single block (Block 12)
Vineyard Age: 20 years
Altitude: 1,300 m.a.s.l.
Training System: High trellis
Location: Los Chacayes, Uco Valley, Mendoza
Production: 6,000 kg/ha

Terroir
Micro-terroir embraced by the immensity of the Andes Mountains, with soils of alluvial origin, great presence of boulders of various sizes, and poor organic matter. Altitude of approximately 1,300 meters above sea level, granting the vines vast thermal amplitude. The water used is obtained directly from pure and high-quality snowmelt. This water is collected in a dam in the highest area of the vineyard, where a drip irrigation system achieves proper water distribution for the whole vineyard.

Winemaker's Notes
Intense red color with attractive purple hues. On the nose, its freshness and vivacity are immediate, then give way to notes of fresh red fruits, such as blackberries and currants, and floral hints of violets. Spices and mineral notes are exquisitely balanced with subtle notes of chocolate and vanilla brought about by French oak aging. The mouth has a fresh and vibrant sensation, followed by a broad palate and sweet tannins. This is a harmoniously complex and structured wine with a lingering finish and substantial aging potential.

Technical Details
Residual Sugar: 3.00 g/l
Acidity: 5.50 g/l
pH: 3.70
[Information provided by Quintessential Wines]

2018 Gran Malbec IV Generacion
Producer: Bodegas Bianchi
Place of Origin: Argentina, Los Chacayes, Valle De Uco, Mendoza
Color: Red
Grape/Blend: Malbec
Rating: 94
Drinking window: 2021 - 2033
​​​​​​​From: Argentina on the Couch: Malbec, Terroir and Other Trends (Nov 2021)
From Los Chacayes, Uco Valley, the 2018 Gran Malbec IV Generacion was aged for 12 months [...]. Vivid purple in color. The complex nose presents aromas of thyme and mint with fresh plum and prunes along with hints of violets and aromas from the aging process. In the mouth, it’s broad and juicy with a terse feel sculpted by the fine tannins. The freshness enlivens the palate and adds to the depth. The 2018 is a long-lasting, substantial, vigorously voluminous red.
Joaquin Hidalgo, November 2021

BODEGAS BIANCHI MALBEC LOS CHACAYES VALLE DE UCO IV GENERACION SINGLE BLOCK GRAN MALBEC 2018
Thursday, April 8, 2021
Country: Argentina
Region: Mendoza
Vintage: 2018
Score: 94
Very complex and complete aromas of purple fruit, sliced fresh mushrooms and bark with some rose petals. Full-bodied with extremely refined tannins that are polished and reserved. It’s racy and refined at the end. Drink after 2023.

Bodegas Bianchi 2018 IV Generacion Single Block Gran Malbec (Los Chacayes)
From: Los Chacayes, Mendoza Province, Argentina
Rating: 93
Price: $55
Winery: Bodegas Bianchi
Region: Mendoza Province
Variety: Malbec
Wine Type: Red
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Issue Date: 9/1/2022
The enticing nose offers aromas of chalk, black olives and baking spices. This full-bodied red contrasts intense blackberry and plum flavors with herbaceous and dark chocolate notes. It is big and concentrated, has gripping tannins, mineral character and nice acidity leading to a delicious lingering finish.
Reviewed By: Jesica Vargas

Bianchi, IV Generacion Gran Malbec, Los Chacayes, [...], Mendoza, Argentina, 2018
Producer: Bianchi
Wine name: IV Generacion Gran Malbec
Vintage: 2018
Sub-region: Los Chacayes, [...]
Region: Mendoza
Country: Argentina
Award: Bronze
Score: 88
Color: Red
Style: Still - Dry (below 5 g/L residual sugar)
Closure: Other
Bottle Size: 75cl
Grape composition: 100% Malbec
Tasting notes: Very ripe and round, lush black fruit, quite polished. Upfront grippy tannins and plenty of concentration.