Susana Balbo, Mendoza (Argentina) 2013

Aug 3, 2017

By Paul Lukacs

A Bordeaux-styled blend, with Cabernet in the starring role and Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot providing support, this is a sumptuous, complete and, yes, complex red wine.  Restauranteurs should take note, as it is fully ready to drink now, but has the stuffing to age gracefully for five to ten more years.  Full of fruit and spice, it is well worth buying by the case.  “Brioso” means a “spirited love of challenge.”  This wine meets that challenge.

Country / Region

Argentina

Appellation

Mendoza

Grape Variety

Color

Red

Vintage

2013

Score

94

Price

US $ 44.00

Producer

Susana Balbo