Lifted ripe cherry, violet and spice. Easy drinking. Creamy tannins, long and perfumed but could be more concentrated.

As per usual, Toso’s regular varietal Malbec is pleasing, honest and shows the variety in its best, affordable form. Meaty and rich on the nose, with an inky accent. The palate has the right feel and solid flavors of blackberry and raspberry. Competently covers the spectrum of aromas, feel and flavors.——M.S.(12/31/2009)—— 88