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STAPHYLE STRESSES THAT EVERY MARKET ASSUMES THAT AN ARGENTINEAN WINERY MUST HAVE SOME MALBEC
flagship varietal: “As a varietal that has already achieved international prestige, there
is really no need to insist too much about why we make Malbec. Also, markets assume
that, as we’re an Argentinean winery, we have to have Malbec”.
However, new challenges are arising on the export horizon, notes Olalla: “In the world
there are mature markets with consumers with a relatively high level of knowledge,
for whom an ‘acceptable’ or ‘drinkable’ Malbec is no longer sufficient. The wines’ particular
characteristics, such as their origin, terroir, particular winemaking techniques
or history have to be highlighted”.
In terms of portfolio, Staphyle produces Iris Malbec, a young varietal wine that is not
matured in wood; Vástago de GEA Malbec, a very fruity varietal with a percentage of
American oak maturation; Staphyle Premium Malbec, which shows very good structure
and elegance and is matured in French and American oak barrels; Staphyle Partida
Limitada Malbec, a very expressive and complex range, matured in French oak barrels
for twelve months; Staphyle Dragón de Vino Malbec, born among the mountains in
the Potrerillos Valley, with features defined by its high altitude; and Staphyle Malbec
Microterroirs Series, made with grapes from three very significant sub-regions in the
Uco Valley: Gualtallary, Vista Flores and El Cepillo.
DON ROSENDO WINES: MALBEC AS A CORNERSTONE
The mission of Don Rosendo Wines is very clear: “To cater to consumers’ highest expectations,
to be an icon of service, and to be instrumental in taking Malbec and Argenti-
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