Trumpeter Reserve Blend red wine at the winebox kenya

Trumpeter Reserve Blend 2024

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Unlike entry level Argentine Malbec, which is often single varietal, fruit forward and lightly oaked, the Trumpeter Reserve is a deliberate Bordeaux style blend with significant oak influence. Furthermore, the Uco Valley altitude gives more mineral tension and acidity than Mendoza valley floor fruit. As a result, the wine achieves a level of structure and food compatibility that mass market alternatives cannot match. For those comparing full bodied red options in Nairobi, this blend offers genuine high altitude pedigree and multi varietal complexity at a price point that undercuts comparable Chilean or Australian Bordeaux blends.

Tasting Notes

Deep ruby with a purple rim. The nose is powerful and layered. Initially, black plum, blackberry and vanilla pod dominate. The oak influence is immediate. However, with 45 minutes in the decanter, graphite, tobacco leaf and a faint dried herb note emerge. Furthermore, violet, dark chocolate and a crushed stone minerality develop over time. On the palate, the wine is full and structured. The entry is firm. The Malbec provides plush, creamy weight while the Cabernet Sauvignon adds tannin backbone and blackcurrant intensity. Additionally, the Cabernet Franc contributes a faint pepper and floral lift, and the Merlot rounds the mid palate with plum flesh. The 12 months in oak leave a trace of toasted vanilla and sweet spice on a finish of dark berry, tobacco and mineral chalk that persists for 40 seconds. This wine drinks well now with decanting. However, it will integrate further through 2028.
Food Pairing
At 14.5% ABV and with full body and firm tannin, this blend demands food with significant weight and richness. Grilled ribeye and slow roasted lamb shoulder are therefore the strongest matches. The wine’s tannin and dark fruit character mirror the intensity of charred and roasted red meat. Additionally, beef empanadas, hard aged cheeses and mushroom risotto with truffle oil work well at the table. The acidity cuts through fat cleanly. For an evening where the occasion calls for something with genuine structure, this is the bottle that delivers. A Saturday braai, a dinner party with red meat on the menu, or a gathering where the goal is a full bodied red that commands attention. Decant for 45 minutes before serving.

What You Need to Know:

What does this blend taste like compared to single varietal Malbec?
This is more structured and less overtly fruity than single varietal Malbec. The Cabernet Sauvignon adds tannin backbone and blackcurrant, while the Cabernet Franc contributes pepper and floral notes. It is consequently more food driven and less immediately accessible. Think of it as a steak wine rather than a sipping red.
Is this too tannic for someone who usually drinks softer reds?
If your reference is Pinot Noir or Beaujolais, this will feel firm and structured. The tannins are present but fine grained. Decanting for 45 minutes softens the entry. It is consequently a different style entirely. Think of it as a step up in intensity rather than a replacement.
Should I drink this now or cellar it?
It drinks well now with 45 minutes of decanting. However, the structure and tannin density suggest peak drinking from 2026 to 2028. The optimal window is therefore 2026 to 2030. Not a long term cellar candidate, but it will improve short to medium term.
What food works best with this blend?
Grilled ribeye, slow roasted lamb shoulder and beef empanadas are ideal. The full body and firm tannin require food with significant richness and fat. Additionally, hard aged cheeses and mushroom risotto with truffle oil work for vegetarian options.
How does Uco Valley differ from Mendoza valley floor for red blends?
Uco Valley sits at 1,000 to 1,600 metres elevation. The result is greater diurnal temperature shift, thicker grape skins and higher acidity. Mendoza valley floor is warmer and lower, giving riper, softer fruit. Uco Valley consequently offers more structure, mineral tension and ageing potential.
Does the natural cork affect ageing?
Natural cork allows gradual micro oxygenation, which benefits tannin integration over 3 to 5 years. However, it carries a small risk of cork taint. Store horizontally in a cool, dark environment. For a wine with a drinking window to 2032, the closure is traditional and appropriate.
What should I do if this bottle is out of stock?
Our customer service team can help you find a suitable alternative or source the product where possible. Reach out before your event.
How fast can I get this blend delivered in Nairobi?
Nairobi orders placed before 9 PM qualify for same day delivery, typically completed within a 1 hour window. Free delivery applies to orders above KES 3,000 within Nairobi. Orders outside Nairobi are delivered nationwide across Kenya within 24 to 48 hours.
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Description

A Bordeaux style blend from Mendoza’s Uco Valley, now available in Nairobi, Kenya. The 2024 vintage delivers structure and dark fruit intensity through fruit grown at 1,100 metres above sea level.

A deliberate step up from the entry level range, the 2024 blend assembles four varieties at 1,100 metres in the Uco Valley. Malbec contributes plush mid palate weight. Additionally, Cabernet Sauvignon adds tannin backbone. Furthermore, Cabernet Franc brings pepper and floral lift. Meanwhile, Merlot rounds the edges. Consequently, this is a structured, food driven assembly rather than a single varietal expression.
The 2024 growing season was warm and dry. As a result, full phenolic ripeness was achieved while altitude preserved acidity. Additionally, the wine aged 12 months in French and American oak, 40% new. The French component adds spice. However, the American oak contributes vanilla. For buyers in Nairobi seeking a full bodied, food friendly red with genuine high altitude credentials, this is the most distinctive blend currently available at The Wine Box Kenya.

Product Facts

Vintage: 2024
Producer: La Rural (Trumpeter line)
Country: Argentina
Region: Mendoza
Vineyard: Estate vineyards in the Uco Valley, 1,100 metres elevation
Grape Variety: 60% Malbec, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 5% Merlot
Category: Red Wine
Style: Full bodied, oaked, structured
ABV: 14.5%
Production Method: Hand harvested. Fermented in stainless steel with pump overs. Aged 12 months in French and American oak, 40% new. Blended before bottling
Closure: Natural cork
Serving Temperature: 16 to 18°C. Decant 45 minutes before serving

About The Winery

La Rural is one of the oldest wine producers in Mendoza, with roots dating back to the late 19th century. The Trumpeter line was launched in the 1990s as the house’s premium export label. Furthermore, the Reserve tier was added to showcase Uco Valley potential. The estate controls significant vineyard holdings across Mendoza. Consequently, it focuses on high altitude sites for its premium lines. The Uco Valley sits at the foot of the Andes. Moreover, vineyards range from 1,000 to 1,600 metres, among the highest in the world. For buyers in Kenya, La Rural represents one of the most historically rooted producers in Argentina. A name that delivers consistent quality from Mendoza to Nairobi.
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