Winemaker Notes
Dark ruby red in color, this wine shows ripe fruit characteristics of plum, blackberry
and mulberry with hints of mocha and vanillin oak. The palate is silky smooth with
juicy berry fruit balanced with soft and rounded tannins for an elegant long
finish.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
A pretty malbec that shows brambleberries and citrus, as well as orange peel. Medium body, fine tannins and a fruity finish.
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.
As Argentina’s oldest wine-producing province, La Rioja’s focus is on the white variety, Torrontés Riojano. Here the large cooperative, La Riojana, makes several styles: an aromatic dry one, a late harvest, and a sparkling version.