Dark, robust and slightly medicinal, with a bouquet that’s not run of the mill. The palate is juicy and jacked up on acidity, so we find live-wire cassis, berry and chocolate flavors that aren’t quite as integrated as they should be. And it finishes slightly hot and sticky. Expensive for a wine that’s all over the map.
— M.S.
(8/1/2009)
A very rich, sun-drenched style of Malbec that smells like a chocolate-and-fruit candy bar and tastes like ripe blackberry, raisin and pie filling. With a finish of licorice and pepper, this comes on as a dense, Porty Malbec with tons of fruit but questionable balance. Best for those who like their reds big and rich.
— M.S.
(8/1/2009)