Altos Las Hormigas Uco Valley Malbec Reserve

- Serve slightly chilled at 14–16°C to enhance freshness and balance the wine’s richness especially in warmer seasons.

- Present in large-bowled Nebbiolo or Bordeaux glasses to allow aromas to open fully.

- Pair with charred flank steak or chimichurri-glazed lamb chops emphasizing the wine’s ability to complement smoky and herbaceous flavors.

- Create a deconstructed Argentinean tapas board featuring grilled chorizo slices aged Manchego marinated olives and roasted piquillo peppers to highlight the wine’s Latin roots in a shareable format.

- Garnish with a sprig of fresh rosemary or thyme on the glass rim to subtly amplify herbal notes while serving.

- For a twist offer dark chocolate truffles infused with smoked paprika or chili alongside to contrast the wine’s depth with a smoky spicy finish.

- Use in a cocktail by blending with a splash of sparkling water a twist of orange peel and a dash of cinnamon syrup for a novel red wine spritz.

- Ideal for intimate winter evenings around an open fire matched with roasted root vegetables drizzled with a balsamic reduction for cozy indulgence.

For storing red wine such as Malbec Reserve (unopened) keep the bottle at a stable temperature between 58°F and 65°F (14-18°C) avoiding fluctuations and not exceeding 70°F to prevent premature aging or spoilage. The storage location should be cool dark and humid but not damp ideally maintaining around 70% humidity to keep corks from drying out and seals intact.

Avoid light exposure especially direct sunlight or fluorescent lighting as light can degrade wine quality over time by causing chemical reactions harmful to flavor and aroma.

Store the bottle on its side so the cork remains moist from contact with the wine preventing shrinkage and oxidation. This keeps the seal airtight and preserves wine quality.

For opened bottles reseal tightly using the original cork or a wine stopper and ideally store in a refrigerator at about 40-45°F (4-7°C). Cooler temperatures slow oxidation and preserve flavor longer. Before serving allow the wine to warm to its ideal drinking temperature (60-65°F) gradually.

Special tips for Malbec and similar red wines: Because Malbecs are full-bodied reds they benefit particularly from a consistent temperature and humidity environment during storage to maintain their structure and fruit profile over time.

In summary store unopened bottles horizontally in a dark cool place at about 58-65°F with appropriate humidity; for opened bottles reseal and refrigerate to slow oxidation then return to serving temperature before use.