Winemaker Notes
Deep violet-red in color with aromas of wild red fruits, coconut, and hints of subtle sweet and spicy notes like caramel and
tobacco. The palate is fresh and balanced, with a persistent finish.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
Beautiful aromas of blackberry, blueberry and walnut shell. Hints of cloves too. Stone. Full body, tight and fruity with silky tannins that have an austerity and focus. Just starting to open now. But why wait?
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Wine Spectator
A big, strapping red, filled with dark plum, dried blackberry and cherry tart flavors that feature accents of dried beef and mocha. The plush finish has Asian spice and bittersweet chocolate notes, supported by firm and fresh tannins.
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Wine Enthusiast
Toasty cherry, blackberry and cassis aromas are lightly charred. Jammy but thorough and lush, this tastes of raisin, stewed berry fruits and baking spices. A dry, peppery, oaky finish is well integrated and echoes with a note of medicinal black fruit.
Viña Cobos makes wines that are authentic expressions of the terroir from which they come. Paul Hobbs, founding partner and winemaker at Viña Cobos, has worked since 1988 in the exploration of the different terroirs of Mendoza, looking for the most distinguished regions in Luján de Cuyo and the Valle de Uco, to produce wines that uniquely express their origins.
Sustainable farming methods in the vineyard contribute to consistent yields of healthy fruit. In the winery, careful treatment of the grapes and meticulous winemaking techniques result in complex and elegant wines of subtlety and balance.
With the inaugural vintage of Cobos Malbec in 1999, Viña Cobos marked a milestone in viticulture, defying existing standards and firmly positioned Malbec and Argentina on the international wine scene. Since then, our prestigious wines have been recognized around the globe by critics and consumers alike.
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.
With a winning combination of cool weather, high elevation and well-draining alluvial soils, it is no surprise that Mendoza’s Uco Valley is one of the most exciting up-and-coming wine regions in Argentina. Healthy, easy-to-manage vines produce low yields of high-quality fruit, which in turn create flavorful, full-bodied wines with generous acidity.
This is the source of some of the best Malbec in Mendoza, which can range from value-priced to ultra-premium. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Chardonnay also perform well here.