Yolo County isn’t the first place that comes to mind at the mention of California wine country, but there is gold in them thar hills. In this case, it’s actually platinum. That’s the award this lovely Malbec earned at the 2018 Winemaker Challenge International Wine Competition. This wines shows an inviting floral nose, with plenty of spice and layered aromas of cherry and blueberry. The finish is long and lingering. An exceptional value from an up-and-coming winery in an up-and-coming wine region.
Berryessa Gap, Yolo County (California) Malbec 2015
By Robert Whitley