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Finca El Portillo 2005 Malbec (Mendoza)
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As this winery’s young vines take on some age, the wines are getting better. This Malbec shows graham cracker and plum aromas on a ready-to-go bouquet, while the palate is almost lush as it delivers tasty strawberry, raspberry and chocolate flavors. Simple enough for novices but also interesting enough to satisfy more savvy imbibers.
— M.S.
(2/1/2007)
Finca El Portillo 2005 Syrah (Mendoza)
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- $10
A nice step up from previous vintages; this affordable Syrah sports dark-fruit aromas and muscle, while the flavors veer toward jammy blackberry. Not a tannic, spicy, complex wine; instead it’s easy as pie.
— M.S.
(12/1/2006)
Finca El Portillo 2005 Chardonnay (Uco Valley)
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Fresh, tropical, and welcoming. Sweet and lush in the mouth with a full blast of mango and melon flavors. Medium-bodied with good acidity. Finishes correct and everything seems to be united and put together. Above-average value Chardonnay from Argentina.
— M.S.
(8/1/2006)
Finca El Portillo 2008 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Uco Valley)
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Honest Sauvignon aromas of citrus and grapefruit set out the welcome mat. The palate follows suit with varietally correct grapefruit and lime flavors, while the finish shows club soda and other drying aspects. Not a world-beater but a pleasing wine.
— M.S.
(12/1/2008)
Finca El Portillo 2006 Malbec (Uco Valley)
- $12
Solid, ripe and smooth on the nose, then red cherry and raspberry come forward on the zesty, tangy palate. The finish is long and healthy, but a bit monotone in its delivery. Freshness and pop are not lacking in this young Malbec.
— M.S.
(10/1/2007)
Finca El Portillo 2007 Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Uco Valley)
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Slightly sharp and edgy, but as a whole this simple Pinot Noir works. It has a lively nose of red fruit, lemon and pepper, while the palate is just ripe and sturdy enough to house tasty plum and cherry flavors. Complete and solid across the tongue, with spice and moderate sweetness on the finish.
— M.S.
(12/1/2008)
Finca El Portillo 2004 Malbec (Mendoza)
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- $9
Salentein’s large-production second label is anchored by this dandy lighter-weight Malbec, which features a brilliant color, sweet berry aromas and a snappy palate. And while most big-boy Malbecs from Argentina are syrupy, this wine resides on the other side of the fence. It doesn’t require a huge hunk of steak to balance it off; the tannins are mild and the…
— M.S.
(11/15/2005)
Finca El Portillo 2007 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Uco Valley)
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Pungent with true Sauvignon character. Tangerine, green fruits and grapefruit share the flavor profile, and the finish is mild but clean. Zesty, straightforward and tasty if served chilled.
— M.S.
(8/1/2008)
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