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Bodega Catena Zapata 2006 Nicasia Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza)
If the color doesn’t tell the full story, the nose will: it’s impeccably perfumed, round and sweet, with amazing fruit aromas and a toasty background. The feel is as lush and rich as they come, and there’s outstanding purity to the lusty black fruit flavors. A masher with elegance. Maybe the best Malbec Argentina has ever produced. Drink from 2011–15. — M.S. (7/1/2010) — 97 -
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Bodega Catena Zapata 2005 Nicasia Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza)
Features intoxicating pastry, blueberry, cola and coffee aromas in front of a minerally, terroir-packed palate of soft black fruit, chocolate, fine herbs and other character-aiding touches. The mouthfeel is fabulous and the finish of Swiss chocolate and integrated spice is as smooth as silk. Drink now through 2011. — M.S. (8/1/2009) — 96 -
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Bodega Catena Zapata 2005 Argentino Malbec (Mendoza)
This blend from the Nicasia and Adrianna vineyards is the best Malbec on the market today. There’s raisin, mineral, licorice, blackberry and more. The mouth is like a Mack truck on ice skates, meaning it’s both huge and elegant. And the mile-long finish of coffee, mocha and molten black fruit is awesome. Drink now through 2013. — M.S. (8/1/2009) — 96 -
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Trapiche 2006 Viña Federico Villafañe Single Vineyard Malbec (La Consulta)
Probably the best value in high-end Malbec from Argentina is Trapiche’s single-vineyard series, which in 2006 was led by this bottling from an Uco Valley vineyard. It’s lush, perfectly ripe and full of cola, black fruit and intensity. There’s nary a chink in its fiber, and the rush of fruit that hits the palate followed by layers of subtleties is impressive. Great with grilled meat; drink now through 2015. — M.S. (7/1/2010) — 95 -
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Bodega Catena Zapata 2006 Argentino Malbec (Mendoza)
Stately, stunning Malbec with alluring aromas of balsam wood, flower petals, cocoa and cola along with major league berry action. The palate is saturated, pure, tannic and loaded with blasting berry fruit, licorice and more. Let it age for at least another year or two (maybe more). Then let it rip with a porterhouse steak. — M.S. (7/1/2010) — 95 -
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Château du Cèdre 2006 Le Cèdre Malbec (Cahors)
Almost black in color, this is a wonderful wine with a long development ahead. At the moment, wood is still too dominant, but just taste the weight of the darkest plum and sweet fig fruit flavors, a line of licorice and bitter coffee and huge, dry tannins. — R.V. (3/1/2010) — 95 -
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Krutz 2007 Krupp Vineyard Malbec (Napa Valley)
A brilliant Malbec, among the greatest ever produced in California. It’s fat and opulent, shocking the palate with massive flavors of blackberries, blueberries, plums, cola, peppery spices and sweet, smoky sandalwood. Firm tannins hold everything in place, while the finish is thoroughly dry. Only 100 cases were produced, but it’s worth a search. — S.H. (7/1/2010) — 94 -
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Bodega Catena Zapata 2007 Nicasia Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza)
Among Catena’s high-end wines from 2007, Nicasia is the top performer. It shows alluring aromas of smoky oak, wild flowers and pure berry fruits. The palate is a blend of smoothness, grainy tannins and fine acidity, while the flavors of berries, chocolate and cola are layered just right. Still the pacesetter for high-end Argentine Malbec; drink now through 2015. — M.S. (5/1/2011) — 94 -
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Jean-Luc Baldès 2007 Clos Triguedina The New Black Wine Malbec (Cahors)
Prunes and dark chocolate, rather than fresh fruits, dominate this dark-hued wine. It has big spice along with dense tannins, power and immense concentration. The acidity brings a light moment of freshness. For aging, 4–5 years. — R.V. (9/1/2010) — 94 -
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Trapiche 2006 Viña Adriana Venturin Single Vineyard Malbec (La Consulta)
From a 50+-year-old vineyard in La Consulta in the Uco Valley comes this bold, seriously built Malbec. Black cherry and coconut aromas settle in nicely, followed by forward raspberry, mocha and coffee notes. Great acidity, tannic foundation, structure and fillings; it’s like a happy house. Drink from 2011 through 2015. — M.S. (7/1/2010) — 94
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