High scores from international critics for our wines: Acknowledgements
Three important sources of international wine critics have awarded high scores to our wines from the Rutini Wines portfolio.
James Sucklingrenowned American wine critic and former senior editor of Wine Spectator; Tim AtkinBritish Master of Wine and journalist who writes a well-known report on Argentine wines; and the prestigious Descorchados Guide by journalist and wine critic Patricio Tapia, have coincided in a high appreciation of varietals from different lines that represent the terroirs of the Uco Valley where we grow the best grapes until we find the exact point of harvest. that represent the terroirs of the Uco Valley where we grow the best grapes until we find the exact point of harvest.
We share the scores obtained and suggestions of dishes with which to appreciate the outstanding labels to the fullest.
Rutini Single Vineyard Gualtallary Malbec
Aged for twelve months in French oak barrels – 50% first-use and 50% second-use – this Malbec received 96 points from Patricio Tapia and 95 from Tim Atkin..
Structured, full-bodied and at the same time juicy according to the American critic, who awarded it 95 points. -who awarded it 95 points. goes very well with tenderloin brochettes and grilled vegetables, pork tenderloin with Roquefort, potato stew with seafood or a chicken stir-fry with mustard and honey. The elegant texture of high altitude wines is also ideal for vegetarian dishes such as falafel or rice noodles with sautéed tofu and peppers.
Rutini Single Vineyard Gualtallary Cabernet Franc
This lively and aromatic lively and aromatic, with soft, sweet tannins and a 15-year aging potential. It received 95 points from both the Descorchados Guide and Tim Atkin and 94 points from James Suckling.
A good marriage for this Cabernet Franc Cabernet Franc with elegant typicity and medium body would be a lamb, eggplant and cheddar lasagna served with fileto sauce and a dash of jalapeño.
It is a Malbec aged for 18 months in French oak barrels with a 20-year aging potential that was awarded 94 points by Tim Atkin and 95 points by James Suckling. distinguished with 94 points by Tim Atkin and 95 points by James Suckling..
A structured wine but with the friendliness of our emblematic grape variety. “Concentrated, intense and juicy on the palate” according to Suckling’s review.It will be a great companion to grilled or baked beef and pork, along with sweet and sour side dishes, such as grilled vegetables with pieces of quince, or noisette, soufflé or omelet potatoes. Pastas stuffed with tomato or mushroom sauce are not far behind when pairing a full-bodied Malbec and can also be an excellent choice.
Rutini Single Vineyard Altamira Malbec
100% Malbec varietal with 12 months of aging – 80% of the wine in new French oak and 20% in French oak of second use – aging potential of 20 years, It received 95 points from the Descorchados Guide and 94 points from James Suckling.
Baked veal loin stuffed with prosciutto and plum, with quinoa salad and roasted vegetables, a versatile side dish that could easily be transformed into a main course for non-meat diners who want to enjoy this distinctly floral and refined concentration of Malbec. Malbec that is distinctly floral and refined in concentration..
Rutini Apartado Gran Cabernet Sauvignon
The 50% of the wine is aged for 18 months in French oak and the remaining 50% is aged in French oak barrels, also of second use. Its aging potential is 20 years and reached 96 points in the Descorchados Guide and 95 points from James Suckling..
The power of this varietal, which boasts a “deep nose” according to Suckling, will show off with dishes with a certain amount of fat and intense accompaniments. such as venison medallions with hunter sauce, a goulash or sautéed chorizo stuffed peppers. Alternatives plant basedvegetable stew or bolognese with portobellos, parmesan and walnuts.
