In my travels in Argentina last summer I missed visiting Bodegas Norton — where does the time go? This is very nicely balanced, showing aromas and flavors of meat, blackberry, blueberry, dry earth and leaf. There’s big blueberry fruit on finish with nice spice, moderate grip and good length. If Malbec puts you off with its simplicity, give this a go.
Bodega Norton, Mendoza (Argentina) Malbec 2011
By Rich Cook