A rich, ripe wine, with soft but still evident tannins, this wine tastes of plums, dark cherries, and other black fruits, with secondary notes that hint at mocha, and a bouquet notable for echoes of black licorice and sweet flowers. Deliciously compelling, it should age well for a few years, but is delicious right now. Unlike many comparably-priced Malbecs, it does not try to overwhelm with power, but is content to satisfy with true varietal flavor.
Don Miguel Gascon, Mendoza (Argentina) Mabec 2010
By Paul Lukacs