Tempus Alba
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Tempus Alba 2008 Malbec (Mendoza)
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Begins in chunky, jammy fashion but soon it finds a classier groove. The berry aromas are big and inviting, while the palate is smooth, cushioned and deep, with standard but attractive berry and black plum flavors. Long on the finish, with the sum exceeding each part.
— M.S.
(5/1/2011)
Tempus Alba 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza)
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This is smooth smelling, like a blend of raspberry, plum and spice. The palate feels ripped and layered, not lazy or heavy, with red berry, cassis, plum and caramel flavors. It’s long, sweet and chocolaty on the finish, with roasted, savory notes.
— M.S.
(8/1/2012)
Tempus Alba 2010 Malbec (Mendoza)
- $15
Lemony oak and wood shavings are the initial aromas, and with time the nose transitions to vanilla and mocha notes. It feels jammy and saturated, with thick berry flavors bolstered by hints of creamy oak and spice. It turns more oaky on the finish, with cinnamon and resin tones taking over.
— M.S.
(8/1/2012)
Tempus Alba 2003 Preludio Syrah (Mendoza)
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A touch damp and mealy at first, although it clears up when given time. The palate features slightly salty fruit in the plum and blackberry family, while the mouthfeel is sticky, bordering on rich. Stays the course with little to no variation, but what’s here is pretty good.
— M.S.
(10/1/2005)
Tempus Alba 2009 8 mo in 70% Fr and 30% US oak Malbec (Mendoza)
- $18
Generic red berry aromas show a stalky element as well. The palate is juicy and acidic, with a pointed quality that makes the feel a little hard. Flavors of standard red berry are sweet but undistinguished. Good but regular.
— M.S.
(11/1/2011)
Tempus Alba 2008 Tempranillo (Mendoza)
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The nose opens with animalistic scents of leather, compost and barnyard. This has an average mouthfeel, with somewhat herbal plum and berry flavors that finish short with a mild leafy character.
— M.S.
(10/1/2012)
Tempus Alba 2007 Tempranillo (Mendoza)
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Cheesy and way too earthy and murky to be rewarded with anything higher than an acceptable rating. The feel is scratchy and raw, while the flavors seem roasted, overly earthy and dry.
— M.S.
(5/1/2011)
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