Achaval Ferrer produces an easy-to-recommend Malbec and this Cabernet Sauvignon shows they are more than a one-horse show. Their Cabernet has the same energy and acidity of their Malbec, but, as a plus in my mind, more herbal savory notes — even a touch of green olive. All of this is wrapped in supporting tannins. In short, it has more going on. Another good choice for beef on the grill.
Achaval Ferrer, Mendoza (Argentina) Cabernet Sauvignon 2013
By Michael Apstein