Winemaker Notes
This deep, inky purple Malbec displays pronounced blackberry and plum aromas, which are joined with notes of cedar and tobacco on the juicy palate. Ripe, dense tannins add power and structure, with balanced acidity adding a refreshing lift on the concentrated finish.
Blend: 90% Malbec, 5% Merlot, 5% Tannat
Professional Ratings
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Wine Enthusiast
Produced from organically grown grapes, this powerful wine is a magnificent explosion of black Malbec tannins and fruits. Its ripe structure and density are nowhere near maturity but have great potential. Drink from 2023.
Celebrated for its bold flavors and supple texture, Malbec has enjoyed runaway success in Argentina since the late 20th century. The grape originated in Bordeaux, France, where it historically contributed color and tannin to blends. A French agronomist, who saw great potential for the variety in Mendoza’s hot, high-altitude landscape, brought Malbec to Argentina in 1868. Somm Secret—If you’re trying to please a crowd, Malbec is generally a safe bet with its combination of dense fruit and soft tannins.
Within the Southwest of France, this is the one region outside of Argentina that is today almost exclusively dependent on Malbec. Locally the variety is called Cot, and makes a dense, earthy and black fruit dominant red wine. Both the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean both have a strong influence on the climate of this region.