Mosquita Muerta Malbec Mendoza

About the Winery

"Mosquita Muerta" is a Spanish expression used to describe a person who initially seems to have little potential but ultimately delivers remarkable achievements. José Millán chose this name as a nod to those in the region who doubted his entrepreneurial potential in the wine world. Approximately 70% of the Mosquita Muerta production finds its way to Buenos Aires, where the wines have suddenly become a hit among Argentine wine enthusiasts.

In 2009, José began with the idea of creating premium blends, not limited to just Malbec. For this, they carefully select various grape varieties from different vineyards at the foot of the Andes in important wine regions of Mendoza, Argentina.

His philosophy is based on using different fermentation and aging techniques in the winery to create beautiful handcrafted wines. This project is very personal, as each Mosquita Muerta wine carries a story from José that he is eager to share with us.

Vineyard & Region

The Uco Valley, including Gultallary, Vista Flores, El Manzano, Chacayes, and Luján de Cuyo-Maipú (the origin of Malbec), comprises some of their vineyards. The grapes from these vineyards are worked with as naturally as possible. They use yeasts that occur on the grape and in the vineyard, with minimal to no sulfites and a light filtration of the wines.

Vinification

The grapes are hand-picked and collected in 20-kilogram bags. Each vineyard is harvested at the right moment of phenolic ripeness.

Aroma

The nose offers complex aromas of blueberries, dark fruit, and spices.

Flavor

An explosion in the mouth with great depth, spicy and aromatic, with a very long finish.

Pairing

Delicious with grilled meats and hard cheeses, but also an experience in itself.

Specifications:

• Country: Argentina
• Region: Mendoza
• Winery: Mosquita Muerta
• Wine Type: Red Wine
• Grape Variety: Malbec
• Alcohol Percentage: 14%
• Volume: 75 cl
• Serving Temperature: 16-18 degrees
• Capping: Cork