Red Wine
Funckenhausen Malbec-Syrah Blend
2022/2024
Funckenhausen Vineyards
San Rafael, Mendoza province, Argentina • 60% Malbec, 40% Syrah • 13.8% ABV
Tasting Notes
•Purple color. On the nose, aromas of raspberry, plum, black pepper and subtle notes of vanilla.
•Soft on the palate, with a sweet and friendly entry, good body and a bright acidity that brings freshness to this blend. Hints of strawberry, plum, rhubarb and spices.
•Fresh and persistent ending.
Highlights
•James Suckling score: 91 points.
•A uniquely Argentine expression, blending Malbec and Syrah — reflective of the country's rich wine culture.
•Bright acidity and smooth tannins create an approachable, food-friendly style.
Perfect Pairings
Pork chops, fruit salad, roast chicken, white fish, street tacos, brie, bruschetta
Wine Review
The Story
The Malbec-Syrah was created as a later commercial and winemaking decision, with the goal of developing a blend in which both varieties enhance each other. The Malbec gives the wine its fruit, soft entry, and generous mid-palate, while Syrah brings spice, freshness, acidity, and a more persistent finish. The blend is approximately 60% Malbec and 40% Syrah.
This wine belongs to Funckenhausen's La Espera varietal line, made mainly from grapes grown in deep sandy-loam soils. These soils tend to produce aromatic wines with softer, less reactive tannins, so the winemaking approach is not to over-extract but to preserve varietal clarity, freshness, and drinkability. The result is a very gastronomic wine: less complex and structured than the reserve wines, but very expressive, enjoyable, and versatile at the table.
30% of the wine is aged in French oak barrels for 6 months, then blended with 70% unoaked wine — an approach that preserves freshness and vibrancy while adding subtle layers of spice, texture, and depth.
Winemakers: Julia Halupczok & Jimena López.
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