Continuing the seemingly non-stop parade of good values from Argentina, the Pizzella Family offers this single vineyard Malbec from its 10 hectare vineyard in the Uco Valley. Aged for 10 months, with half in French oak and the other half in stainless steel, this wine offers lovely ripe berry and cherry aroma with a hint of spice. The ripe fruit theme continues in the flavors which are balanced by soft tannin and light oak. Slightly fleshy but not overly juicy, it delivers straightforward Malbec character. The back label notes the Pizzallas turn over wine production to Laura Catena’s team.
Pizzella Family Vineyards, Mendoza (Argentina) Malbec 2021
By Norm Roby