Eloquio - Malbec - Bio

Wait, Malbec from Italy?

Exactly. While everyone thinks Argentina, Malbec has been quietly growing in Puglia since the 1800s. For generations, winemakers here used it as a supporting player. But not anymore. This winemaker said: "Why hide it?" So here it is—Malbec as the star, Italian-style.

What makes it special?

This isn't the big, heavy Malbec you might know. Puglia's Mediterranean sun gives it ripe fruit—think blackberries and plums—but with a fresher, more elegant edge. There's a hint of spice, a touch of rhubarb, and tannins that feel smooth, not chewy. It's structured but not heavy. Drinkable but interesting.

What to pair it with:

• Grilled steak or lamb
• Hearty vegetable stews
• Even fatty fish like salmon or mackerel (yes, really!)
• A cheese board with aged manchego or gouda

Serve at 18°C | 13% alcohol

In the heart of Puglia's wine country, Maria Faretra leads an all-female company that represents a unique and revolutionary approach to winemaking. With a modern soul and ancient values, the brand is born from a desire to combine the past with a forward-looking vision for the future.

Under her leadership, the philosophy is an obsessive search for detail, blending excellent technical skills with artistic inspirations. This meticulous attention extends beyond the cellar to the magnificent labels that create a complete and beautiful experience, honoring the authenticity of the wine inside and out. The winemaking process is based on a "subtraction" approach, which allows grapes like Malbec to fully express the authentic character of their land.

This method, along with a strong commitment to sustainability, ensures that every bottle tells a story of passion and purpose, truly representing the expertise of a single, visionary creator.

Blessed by the Mediterranean sun, La Capitanata forms a part of northern Puglia, where olive groves and vineyards stretch as far as the eye can see. This ancient land, chosen by civilizations since Roman times, has long been a perfect setting for creating great wines, a legacy that continues today.

The region's topography is defined by its proximity to the UNESCO site of Herdonia, with a microclimate characterized by warm summers and mild winters. This, along with the excellent drainage of its soils, creates the perfect conditions for growing noble grape varieties.

Here, the clay-limestone soils, rich in potassium and with a notable presence of limestone rocks, allow the grapes to express their most distinctive characteristics. It is this land of fascination and passion that is at the very heart of the wine, truly representing the heritage of the region.