Pencil lead and rubbery, mature berry aromas open this wine. The palate is driven by energetic, pounding tannins and flavors of black cherry and tomato, which become more prominent as the tannins and acid rebound. This is an indication of how Argentine Cabernet Sauvignon ages.
— M.S.
(12/31/2012)
This is an admirable aged Malbec, but it’s definitely tannic and tough. The nose is hard and rubbery, with tire, mushroom, graphite and black cherry aromas. Feels tight as nails, with burnt caramel, tomato, green herb and cassis flavors. This finishes with some warmth.
— M.S.
(8/1/2012)
Smooth berry and chocolate aromas control the nose on this Cabernet-Syrah blend. On the palate, it’s lush and full, with a streak of citrusy acidity. Flavors of plum and berry come with chocolate and vanilla accents. Regular on the finish in terms of length, power and complexity.
— M.S.
(2/1/2013)
This extracted, full-bodied Malbec opens with smashed berry, prune and minty oak aromas. It’s thick but limited on the palate, with beefy tannins but not a lot of depth. It tastes like blackberry and fudge—more big and burly than complex.
— M.S.
(2/1/2013)
A little hard and piercing at first, but it settles to show tree bark, cola and black-fruit aromas. In the mouth, there’s black cherry, freshness and cola on the finish. It won’t win any awards for its incredible complexity or depth. But it is tasty, balanced and interesting. 55% Malbec and 45% Merlot is the blend. Imported by USA Wine Imports.
— M.S.
(11/1/2008)
Floral and clean on the nose, with good red fruit and cherry flavors. By no means is this a fat-styled, extracted Malbec. Instead it’s fresh and crisp, but tasty and pretty well balanced, especially if there’s some food along for the ride. Imported by USA Wine Imports.
— M.S.
(11/1/2008)
A cool cherry aroma and a mild, creamy paste note open the nose. The feel is fiery and untamed, while full flavors of cherry and plum seem raw. A cocoa flavor and juicy feel define the finish.
— M.S.
(2/1/2013)
Pungent, rudimentary berry aromas come across as candied, while the palate is very narrow and sweet. Drying on the finish due to wayward tannins; doesn’t go beyond the ordinary. Imported by USA Wine Imports.
— M.S.
(8/1/2008)