Trivento, Mendoza (Argentina) Syrah 2008

Dec 22, 2009

By Michael Franz

 The buzz about red wine from Argentina is all about Malbec, but within the Argentine trade, many believe that Cabernet is as good there–and that Syrah may become the best of the three.  That battle will be fought out among high-end renditions of the three grapes, but it is interesting that this relatively affordable bottling is so impressive.  Dark in color and quite deeply flavored, it nevertheless shows admirable purity and balance, with dark berry fruit that is soft but still structured.  The flavors are precise and persistent.

Country / Region

Argentina

Appellation

Mendoza

Grape Variety

Syrah

Color

Red

Vintage

2008

Score

90

Price

US $ 11.00

Producer

Trivento