Introduction: Bodega Tapiz is the flagship project of Patricia Ortiz — former nephrologist, pioneering winemaker, and the first woman to serve as President of Bodegas de Argentina. Founded in the San Pablo Indication of Origin (IG) in Mendoza's Uco Valley, Tapiz sits among the highest vineyards in Argentina at up to 4,600 feet above sea level, with winemaking guided by Fabian Valenzuela and legendary Petrus consulting winemaker Jean Claude Berrouet. This Sparkling Rosé of Malbec is one of the most distinctive wines in the Tapiz portfolio — a fruit-driven, Méthode Champenoise sparkling wine that applies classical technique to Argentina's signature grape with genuinely exciting results.

Terroir: The San Pablo single vineyard sits at approximately 4,430 feet above sea level at the foot of the Andes in Tunuyán, Uco Valley — one of the highest-altitude growing sites in Argentina. The extreme elevation generates cold nights and wide diurnal temperature swings, preserving natural acidity and aromatic intensity while moderating the ripeness that warmer Mendoza zones can produce. The result is a cooler-climate profile that gives the Malbec the freshness and tension needed to anchor a quality sparkling wine.

Appearance: Bright, vivid pink with a fine, persistent bead — small, delicate bubbles rise steadily in the glass, and the color is clean and luminous with excellent clarity.

Nose: Delicate yet expressive, with fresh red fruit at the fore — cherry, strawberry, and raspberry intertwined with a subtle hint of citrus zest and a light toasty note from the secondary fermentation. The aromatics are fruit-driven and inviting without heaviness, showing the purity the high-altitude terroir delivers.

Palate: Fresh and lively, with the red fruit of the nose carrying through cleanly on the palate. The mousse is fine and well-integrated, adding texture without weight, and the balance between the wine's natural fruit sweetness and its brisk acidity is precise — it finishes dry and mouthwatering. There is a gentle berry richness mid-palate that is unmistakably Malbec, distinguishing it clearly from traditional rosé sparkling wines built on Pinot Noir or Chardonnay.

Finish: Clean, crisp, and refreshing, with lingering red fruit and a fine mineral dryness on the close. The finish is medium in length with no bitterness and excellent persistence of bubble.

Food Pairings:
🥩 Meat: Smoked salmon blinis, prosciutto-wrapped melon, or grilled shrimp with chimichurri
🥦 Vegetarian: Cheese gougères, vegetable empanadas, or caprese with fresh burrata
🧀 Charcuterie Board: Fresh mozzarella, mild brie, strawberries, marcona almonds, and light cured meats

Overall Impression: The 2022 Tapiz Sparkling Rosé of Malbec is a genuinely adventurous wine that earns its place on any sparkling list — fruit-driven, technically accomplished, and entirely its own thing. It does not attempt to replicate Champagne; it makes the case for what high-altitude Malbec can become in sparkling form. An ideal aperitif, celebration wine, or versatile companion to lighter fare. Serve well-chilled at 43–46°F; drink now.

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 13%
Farming Practices: Sustainable viticulture; single estate vineyard (San Pablo IG); sustainably farmed with minimum intervention; Gold Medal in Sustainability, B.R.I.T. Awards 2017
Producer Name: Bodega Tapiz (Fincas Patagónicas / Patricia Ortiz)
Old World / New World: New World
Country of Origin:Argentina
Region: San Pablo IG, Uco Valley, Mendoza
Grape Varietals: Malbec 100%
Vintage: 2022
Wine Style: Sparkling Rosé Extra Brut — Light-bodied, fresh, and vibrantly fruit-driven, with a red fruit profile shaped by extreme high-altitude Andean terroir. Approachable and crowd-pleasing; built entirely for immediate enjoyment as an aperitif or with light fare. Winemaking Techniques: Méthode Champenoise (Traditional Method); secondary fermentation in bottle; aged on lees for up to 10 months; disgorgement prior to release; Extra Brut dosage
Pack Size:750ml
Container Style: Glass bottle
Closure Style: Cork with wire cage (muselet)