Bodega Colome

Bodega Colomé is an Argentine winery based in Salta, producing wines from some of South America's highest vineyards in the Calchaquí Valley and Cafayate regions. What sets them apart is their commitment to altitude viticulture—growing grapes at extreme elevations where intense sunlight, cool nights, and low yields concentrate flavour and structure into wines that score consistently in the 91–96 point range with top critics including James Suckling, Tim Atkin, and Patricio Tapia. If you want Argentine wine with serious critical backing and genuine complexity, Bodega Colomé delivers.

About Bodega Colomé

Bodega Colomé operates across multiple vineyard sites in Salta province, each with distinct terroir and elevation profiles. Their Altura Máxima range pushes viticulture to its limits, sourcing fruit from high-altitude blocks where ultraviolet radiation and diurnal temperature swings shape the character of their Malbec, Pinot Noir, and other varietals. The winery has benefited from the modernisation of Argentine viticulture over recent decades—improved irrigation techniques, refined canopy management, and precise harvest timing—yet maintains the philosophy that quality is built in the vineyard, not corrected in the cellar.

The producer works across distinct vineyard parcels: the Altura Máxima sites deliver the most structure and aging potential, while the Estate Series and Lote Especial bottlings showcase approachability and immediate pleasure. Their range includes Malbec (their signature varietal), Torrontés (a crisp, aromatic white from the Calchaquí Valley), Pinot Noir (light, perfumed expressions from cool-altitude blocks), and Bonarda (spicy, food-friendly red). Each wine reflects the dual influences of high elevation and Argentine modernisation—clean fruit expression married with tannin architecture and freshness that rewards both current drinking and short-term cellaring.

Bodega Colomé Wines in Our Collection

This is serious, age-worthy Malbec with the structure to evolve over five to seven years. For immediate drinking, the 2023 Salta Malbec Estate Series hits 93 points across multiple critics and offers ripe, rich character at a more approachable price point.

If you want to explore beyond Malbec, the 2025 Salta Torrontés Estate Series (93 points, Patricio Tapia) is a floral, aromatic white that cuts through rich foods with precision.

Food Pairing

Bodega Colomé's Malbecs pair brilliantly with grilled beef, lamb chops, and hard cheeses—the tannin structure and dark fruit cut through richness. The Altura Máxima bottlings, especially the 2020, deserve slow-roasted short ribs or aged Comté. The Torrontés works beautifully with ceviche, grilled seafood, and herb-laden vegetable dishes. Pinot Noir suits duck breast, mushroom risotto, and goat's cheese salads. The Bonarda is your everyday red for charcuterie, empanadas, and chorizo.

What makes Bodega Colomé's vineyards different from other Argentine producers?

Bodega Colomé operates at high altitude in the Calchaquí Valley and Cafayate, where intense ultraviolet radiation, cool nights, and low yields concentrate flavour and tannin structure. This elevation-based approach defines their style.

Which Bodega Colomé wine should I buy if I want to age it?

The Altura Máxima range, particularly the 2020 Salta Malbec (95 points) and 2019 Salta Malbec (95 points), are structured for five to seven years' cellaring. The Estate Series is better for current drinking.

Are Bodega Colomé wines expensive?

Their wines range from affordable Estate Series bottlings (93 points, widely available) to premium Altura Máxima expressions (95–97 points). The value relative to critical scores and Argentine context is strong across the range.

Who makes Bodega Colomé wines?

Bodega Colomé is an Argentine winery based in Salta province, operating across multiple vineyard sites in the Calchaquí Valley and Cafayate regions. They specialise in altitude viticulture, growing grapes at extreme elevations in South America's highest vineyards.

What style of wine does Bodega Colomé make?

Bodega Colomé produces Malbec, Pinot Noir, Bonarda, and Torrontés. Their wines emphasise clean fruit expression with tannin structure and freshness. The 2020 Salta Malbec Altura Máxima scored 95 points and exemplifies their rich, intense house style.

How much does Bodega Colomé wine cost?

Bodega Colomé wines range between £14.45 and £101.70. Entry-level Estate Series bottles start around £14–21, mid-range Lote Especial and standard Malbecs sit at £20–35, and premium Altura Máxima bottlings run £59–102.