Slightly citric on the nose, with bouncy, edgy fruit flavors of strawberry and raspberry. It’s a lightweight with as much tea and citrus as there is beef, bulk and familiar Cabernet characteristics. More like a fruit drink than serious wine.——M.S.(5/1/2009)—— 83

So dense up front that it hints at Port. Trouble is, there’s not the stuffing or fortification of Port, so what you get is full ripeness with a soft body and hard tannic walls. Finishes heavy, with a layer of melted fudge and no balancing acidity.——M.S.(8/1/2008)—— 82

Sweet and simple, with grape and plum flavors backed by dill-twinged vanilla. 20,000 cases imported.??–JM??Region: Argentina / Mendoza Select to Add

Better than jug wine even if it comes in a big bottle, with clean, lightly expressive cherry, raspberry and plum flavors. There’s a little heat and roughness to the finish, but given the league that it’s playing in you can’t complain about the overall quality of this Mendoza Cabernet. A big-time barbecue or party wine.——M.S.(10/1/2007)—— 84