Bodega Atamisque, the fresh wines of the Valle de Uco
10 bottles, from Serbal to AtamisqueLooking for a Malbec that keeps its freshness, a high-altitude Chardonnay or an Argentine bottle to give as a gift? Atamisque does all three. The estate is based in San José, in the Valle de Uco, with vines planted at 1,300 m altitude, facing the cordillera.
Up there, cold nights preserve the grapes' acidity: the reds stay juicy, the whites lively. The range reads in three tiers, Serbal, Catalpa and Atamisque, from the Serbal Malbec at €15.50 a bottle up to the Atamisque Assemblage.
Atamisque - Catalpa Malbec 2023
A wine of immediate pleasure offering all the deliciousness and complexity of Malbec.
Atamisque - Atamisque Malbec 2023
Atamisque's high-altitude Malbec, black fruit, leather and chocolate in the background.
Atamisque - Serbal Pinot Noir 2025
A wine far from the powerful reds we know from Argentina: supple, charming, attractive and beautifully lively.
Atamisque - Serbal Viognier 2025
A beautiful high-altitude Viognier full of freshness and deliciousness!
Atamisque - Catalpa Chardonnay 2023
A fine and delicious Chardonnay with fine notes of stone fruits and fresh almonds, take note for lovers of Burgundy whites!
Atamisque - Atamisque Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
A Cabernet from the Uco Valley, blackcurrant and graphite, structured without harshness.
Atamisque - Serbal Malbec 2024
A juicy and floral Malbec, crafted with finesse and balance.
Atamisque - Vicomte de Rochebouet Extra Brut
An Argentinian traditional-method sparkling wine, fresh brioche and white flowers.
Atamisque - Atamisque Assemblage 2021
Atamisque's blend, black fruit and tobacco, with a decade ahead of it.
Atamisque - Atamisque Chardonnay 2024
A first-class Argentinian Chardonnay from high altitude vineyards!
Three tiers, from easy-drinking wine to wine for ageing
Each range is named after a plant on the estate. The higher you go, the more oak barrels come into play, and the more time the wine needs.
| Range | Vintage | Grape variety and ageing | Price per bottle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serbal | Serbal Malbec 2024juicy, floral red | Malbec, aged in tank and old barrique | 15,50 € by the case of 6 |
| Serbal | Serbal Pinot Noir 2024supple red, Burgundy style | Pinot Noir, aged in tank | 15,50 € by the case of 6 |
| Serbal | Serbal Viognier 2024fruity, lively white | Hand-harvested Viognier | 15,50 € by the case of 6 |
| Sparkling | Vicomte de Rochebouet Extra Brutfine, dry bubbles | Chardonnay, traditional method | 21,90 € by the case of 6 |
| Catalpa | Catalpa Chardonnay 2023round white, notes of almond | Single-plot Chardonnay, 10 months in French oak | 22 € by the case of 6 |
| Catalpa | Catalpa Malbec 2020velvety red, notes of mocha | Malbec from 80-year-old vines, 12 months in French oak | 23 € by the case of 6 |
| Atamisque | Atamisque Cabernet Sauvignon 2019blackcurrant, spice, graphite | Cabernet Sauvignon aged in oak barrels | 27,50 € by the case of 6 |
| Atamisque | Atamisque Malbec 2022black fruit, vanilla, tobacco | Malbec aged in oak barrels | 27,90 € by the case of 6 |
| Atamisque | Atamisque Chardonnay 2023creamy white, mineral finish | Chardonnay, 12 months in French barrique | 34 € per bottle, €32.40 for a set of 3 |
| Atamisque | Atamisque Assemblage 2020the estate's pinnacle | Blend of red grape varieties, barrel-aged | 38 € in packs of 3 |
Serbal, Catalpa and Atamisque: a rowan tree, a tree with purple and yellow flowers, and the local shrub that grows around the winery and gives its name to the estate as well as to its top range.
Which cuvée to serve with which dish
Altitude gives the whole range an acidity that pairs well with food. The choice comes down mainly to how rich the dish is.
| On the menu | The cuvée | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| Sushi, ceviche, aperitif | Serbal Viognier | Stone fruit and a lemony finish, with enough freshness for raw fish |
| Shellfish, puff pastry bites | Vicomte de Rochebouet Extra Brut | Dry bubbles and notes of brioche, ideal to open the meal |
| Poultry or fish in cream sauce | Catalpa Chardonnay | The roundness of the oak answers the sauce, the acidity carries it |
| Rombo, pâté en croûte | Atamisque Chardonnay | Creamy texture and mineral finish for a festive dish |
| Pizza, burger, roast chicken | Serbal Pinot Noir | Red fruit and supple tannins, to be served slightly chilled |
| Chili con carne, tacos | Serbal Malbec | Black fruit and violet, with just the right amount of structure |
| Wood-fired entrecôte, asado | Catalpa Malbec | Silky tannins and a long finish, the Argentine pairing par excellence |
| Lamb, game | Atamisque Malbec or Assemblage | Black fruit, spice and well-integrated oak for full-flavoured meats |
Serve the reds between 15 and 17 °C, the Serbal Pinot Noir at around 14 °C, the whites and the Extra Brut between 8 and 11 °C.
An Atamisque bottle for every mood
Start with the occasion, and the cuvée will follow.
An everyday Malbec
Juicy, floral, gently aged to let the fruit speak. The high-altitude Malbec to open on a Tuesday evening.
Serbal Malbec 2024, €15.50 a bottle, by the case of 6A light red, served chilled
Raspberry, wild strawberry and forest floor: a supple Pinot Noir, closer to Burgundy than to powerful Argentine reds.
Serbal Pinot Noir 2024, €15.50 a bottle, by the case of 6A white for the aperitif
Apricot, white peach and white flowers, with a lemony finish. Perfect with sushi or ceviche.
Serbal Viognier 2024, €15.50 a bottle, by the case of 6Bubbles for a toast
A sparkling Chardonnay made using the traditional method, dry and fine, with notes of white fruit and brioche.
Vicomte de Rochebouet Extra Brut, €21.90 a bottle, by the case of 6The Malbec for asado
80-year-old vines, twelve months in French oak: a velvety Malbec, with notes of blackberry and mocha, built for grilled meat.
Catalpa Malbec 2020, €23 a bottle, by the case of 6A great white for celebrations
Pineapple, mirabelle plum, honey and a mineral touch. The estate's most accomplished Chardonnay, for turbot or lobster.
Atamisque Chardonnay 2023, €34 a bottle, sold individuallyA red to give or to cellar
The top of the red range: black fruit, vanilla, tobacco and sweet spices. It opens up in the cellar over several years.
Atamisque Assemblage 2020, €38 a bottle, in a set of 3All of the Valle de Uco
Atamisque's neighbours on the foothills of the Andes: high-altitude Malbecs, Cabernet Francs and Chardonnays.
Freshness before power
Argentina long had a reputation for sun-drenched, heavy wines. Atamisque shows the country's other face: that of its high-altitude vineyards, where grapes ripen under strong sunshine and rest at night in the cold air coming down from the Andes.
We chose the estate for this poise. The Serbal Malbec and the Serbal Viognier are among the easiest Argentine wines to love in our cellar. The Catalpa Malbec and the Atamisque Chardonnay play in the big league, at a price that remains reasonable for this level. And the Serbal Pinot Noir shows that an Argentine red can also be light.
Why altitude changes everything
At 1,300 m, the difference between day and night often exceeds 15 °C. The grapes ripen in the sun and keep their acidity in the cool. The skins thicken under UV light: more colour, finer tannins. The result: ripe wines that stay easy to digest, even at 14% alcohol.
The Wine Wanderer Team
What people ask us about Atamisque
Where is Bodega Atamisque?
In San José, in the department of Tupungato, in the north of the Valle de Uco, about an hour south of the city of Mendoza. The vines are planted at around 1,300 m altitude, on alluvial soils at the foot of the cordillera. The whole region is presented on our Valle de Uco page.
What is the difference between Serbal, Catalpa and Atamisque?
These are the estate's three ranges. Serbal brings together the fruit-driven wines, aged mainly in tank, to drink young. Catalpa goes up a notch: selected plots, old vines, around ten months in French oak. Atamisque is the pinnacle, with the longest ageing and wines that reward patience.
Which Atamisque Malbec should I choose?
For a simple meal or a barbecue with friends, the Serbal Malbec, juicy and floral. For a fine cut of beef, the Catalpa Malbec, from 80-year-old vines and aged twelve months in barrel. The Atamisque Malbec, denser, will keep for a few years. The other Malbecs in our cellar are on our Malbec page.
What is an Argentine Pinot Noir like?
At altitude, Pinot Noir keeps its finesse. The Serbal Pinot Noir offers raspberry, wild strawberry and a touch of forest floor, with supple tannins. It is aged in tank to preserve the fruit, and is closer to a Burgundy than to a classic Argentine red. Serve it at around 14 °C. See also our Pinot Noir section.
Is Argentine Viognier a good aperitif white?
Yes. The Serbal Viognier, hand-harvested at 1,300 m, combines the grape's aromas (apricot, white peach, white flowers) with a lemony acidity that keeps the palate fresh. It goes very well with aperitifs, sushi or ceviche. Discover our other Viogniers.
How long can Atamisque wines be kept?
The Serbal wines are best drunk within three to five years, for their fruit. The Catalpa Malbec, the Atamisque Malbec and the Atamisque Cabernet Sauvignon will keep five to ten years in a cool cellar. The Atamisque Assemblage and the Atamisque Chardonnay can go further. Store the bottles lying down, away from light, between 12 and 14 °C.
What to serve with an Argentine Malbec?
Grilled meat, first and foremost: entrecôte, rib of beef, wood-fired asado. Malbec also loves lamb, game, spicy dishes such as chili con carne, and pressed cheeses. The richer the dish, the higher you can go in the range, from Serbal to Catalpa and then Atamisque.
Does Atamisque make a sparkling wine?
Yes, the Vicomte de Rochebouet Extra Brut, a Chardonnay made using the traditional method, with a second fermentation in the bottle, as in Champagne. Very dry, it offers notes of white fruit and brioche. It goes with aperitifs, shellfish and sushi. Our other bubbles are gathered on our sparkling wine page.
Which Atamisque bottle should I give as a gift?
The Atamisque Assemblage, the top of the red range, is the safest gift for a lover of age-worthy wines. For a white wine lover, the Atamisque Chardonnay. For a shared discovery, a case of Catalpa Malbec. You can also put together a gift with our wine gift boxes.