{"product_id":"benmarco-expresivo-2022","title":"BenMarco Expresivo 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking high-altitude Malbec and Cabernet Franc blend from Gualtallary, combining blackberry, black cherry, violet, graphite, and mineral freshness with remarkable precision and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenMarco Expresivo 2022 is the flagship wine of the BenMarco range, created by Argentina's pioneering winemaker\u003cstrong\u003e Susana Balbo\u003c\/strong\u003e. While many Mendoza wines focus primarily on richness and fruit concentration, the BenMarco project was established to showcase the unique identity of Argentina's finest vineyard sites through wines that emphasise terroir, freshness, and precision. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine is sourced exclusively from Gualtallary, one of the highest and most sought-after sub-regions of the Uco Valley. Situated at approximately 1,300 metres above sea level, Gualtallary has become famous for producing some of Argentina's most exciting wines thanks to its combination of intense sunlight, cool nights, and distinctive calcareous alluvial soils. These conditions allow grapes to achieve exceptional ripeness while preserving freshness, acidity, and aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackberry, black cherry, cassis, and dark plum are layered with violet, pink peppercorn, graphite, cocoa, dark chocolate, cedar, and subtle vanilla spice. The palate is concentrated yet remarkably fresh, with mineral tension and firm tannins carrying through a long, savoury finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those seeking an Argentine red that combines concentration with sophistication, this is one of the finest examples available at its price point.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Crushed Grape","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57975129669967,"sku":null,"price":31.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/2550\/0239\/files\/BenMarcoExpresivo.png?v=1781816277","url":"https:\/\/crushedgrape.co.uk\/products\/benmarco-expresivo-2022","provider":"The Crushed Grape","version":"1.0","type":"link"}