The Sierra zone might not be the first place you go looking for Malbec, but it makes sense that elevations similar to Mendoza could serve the variety well. This is a fleshy expression with good acidic structure, ripe berry fruit and sturdy oak toast all playing together nicely and finishing with a grip that suggests a well marbles steak as a pairing. A Platinum Award Winner at the 2022 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge.
Nello Olivo, El Dorado (Sierra Foothills, California) Malbec 2019
By Rich Cook