2022 Domaine Bousquet Gaia Malbec ($25)
Gaia, the Greek goddess of the Earth, has been the Bousquet family’s inspiration since founding the winery in 1997. According to Ancient Greek mythology, Gaia (Guy-uh) was one of the primordial deities, emerging fully formed from Chaos to become the divine personification of Earth and the mother of all life. Gaia labels depict the goddess in a festive headdress of colorful fruits and flowers.
Gaia wines are crafted with French winemaking sensibility and made from 100% organic fruit grown at a cool 4000 foot altitude.
This Gaia Malbec was produced from 100% Malbec organic grapes that underwent cold maceration for 72 hours followed by fermentation with native yeast for 12 days. It was then aged in French oak barrels (100% used) for 10 months.
Gaia Malbec is deep purple in color with aromas of blackberry and sweet tobacco. On the palate, this medium full-bodied wine has medium tannin and medium acidity with flavors of blackberry and black cherry. It finishes balanced with some spicy notes. [Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 14.5%, Total Acidity (TA): 5.232 g/L, pH: 3.69, Residual Sugar (RS): 1.94 g/L]
What better way to celebrate Earth Day 2025 on April 22nd than with Domaine Bousquet’s Gaia Malbec. It’s delicious and affordable, making it a great fit as this week’s Behind the Cork™ Wine of the Week. Cheers!
Sample Provided by Domaine Bousquet