With its dark-as-midnight color and berry-dominated aromas Orfila’s Cabernet is instantly inviting. The hand-harvested fruit, which comes from high altitude vineyards in Lujan de Cuyo, yields wine that impresses with its concentrated flavors led by cherries and blackberries. Adding further zest is the subtle presence of tasty oak (70% French barrels, 30% American). Further plusses include a reasonable 13.9% alcohol and a likewise reasonable price of $15.
Orfila, Uco Valley (Mendoza, Argentina) Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
By Marguerite Thomas