This single vineyard Malbec grape from Remolinos vineyard (3500' above see level), in the region Agrelo, in Mendoza, maturation took place in French oak barrels (30% new) for 14 months with alcohol coming in at 14.5%. This wine has a very appealing nose with aromas of blackberry, blueberry, vanilla, cedar and violet notes. On the palate, medium-full bodied with concentrated fruit and oak flavours, balanced acidity and dusty tannins. On the medium length finish, this Malbec delivers dark fruit flavours, coffee and cedar notes followed by the same dusty tannins that make a reappearing act. As a note of caution, my bottle had a great deal of sediment, be careful when you are getting close to the end of the bottle. Enjoyable wine here, score 88 points.
This wine was purchased February 4, 2012 LCBO New Release (247304) at $22.95
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