Pure and striking from the start, with menthol aromas that come with blackberry and cassis. Feels dense and concentrated, with blackberry, prune and dark spice flavors. Layered, mellow and slight jammy on the multitiered finish. Drink now.
— M.S.
(3/1/2012)
Floral and attractive on the bouquet, with citrus peel, light raspberry, cassis and lift. The palate runs tannic and fresh, with crisp black cherry and kirsch flavors that flow seamlessly into layered tobacco and mild herbal notes. A sophisticated red made from Malbec, Cabernet and Bonarda.
— M.S.
(11/1/2011)
Round, earthy and full, with leather, spice and several other good things floating about the nose. The palate has a crisp and zesty feel, with bright plum and berry flavors accented by spice, herb and a touch of buttery oak. Solid, tight and stylish for the price.
— M.S.
(11/1/2011)
Probably this winery’s best current release; the nose is forward, spicy, fruity and convincing. Follow that with bright cherry and berry flavors along with a finish that’s got medium tannins in support of spice and coffee, and you have a well-priced winner. What affordable red wine was meant to be.
— M.S.
(8/1/2006)
Deep, a touch rugged, and lively, with berry aromas accented by strong whiffs of citrus peel, especially lemon rind. Flavors of black raspberry and cassis are convincing, while the palate is textured, with smooth tannins and integrated acids. Balanced overall; one of this winery’s best offerings to date.
— M.S.
(11/1/2006)
As prices for Argentinean Malbecs climb, this is a really good value. It’s earthy and full, and slightly rustic on the nose. Feels ripe and rugged, with scratchy tannins supporting red berry and oak-based vanilla notes. Feels fresh and good for a large-production Malbec.
— M.S.
(3/1/2012)
Shockingly good for $10 Argentine Pinot. It’s easy on the nose, with milk chocolate and raspberry aromas. The palate is juicy, tight and well balanced, with lightly roasted plum fruit, spice and mild barrel notes. Dry, spicy and honest on the finish.
— M.S.
(12/31/2011)
Sweet and extracted, with medicinal aromas of kirsch meeting chocolate bon-bons. Carob, malted milk and raspberry liqueur are the dominant flavors, while the finish is spirited, i.e. grabby and aggressive. Best if you like yours saturated and big-boned.
— M.S.
(7/1/2005)