Winemaker Notes
Displaying a vibrant garnet hue, this malbec opens with an expressive nose brimming with fresh black and red fruit aromas—gooseberry, strawberry, and blackcurrant. The palate is lively and juicy, showcasing bright elderberry and mulberry flavors, balanced by smooth tannins and a subtle touch of white pepper on the finish.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
This captivating wine manages to be graceful and polished, while being massively concentrated and quite rich in tannin. Aromas of iron, black pepper and baked blackberries lead to flavors of green and black olives, dark cherries, sour cherries and star anise. Drink now or hold.
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.