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Monday, July 9, 2012

Carla Chiaro Reserve Malbec 2009, Mendoza, Argentina



What a great nose on this Malbec, with aromas of cherry, dark plum, blackberry, spices, vanilla and floral notes. On the palate, medium-full bodied, red fruit and gentle wood spices flavours with fresh acidity and well integrated tannins. Medium length on the finish with spicy, juicy red and black fruit flavours. This well balanced, youthful and easy drinking nature of this Malbec makes it a great value for entertaining over this summer BBQ season. I especially liked how well handled the oak treatment was on this Malbec, by doing so, it preserved the fruity character and freshness of this wine. This wine is 100% Malbec grapes, aging took place in first and second use French and American oak for 12 months with alcohol coming in at 14%. Strongly recommended, score 90 points.

Purchased July 7, 2012 LCBO New Release (235085) at $14.95

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