Wapisa, Rio Negro, Patagonia (Argentina) Malbec 2021

 Wapisa shows its consistency with this fresh and lively Malbec.  Fabian Valenzuela, the winemaker, has resisted the temptation to make what has become all too common — a muscular, in-your-face Malbec.  Instead, this one leads with great aromatics and follows by combining a pepper-like spice with mid-weight black fruit flavors.  Weighty, but not heavy or ponderous, it strikes a balance that makes it a pleasure to drink now with meat from the grill.