Complex and engaging, showing citrus peel, mountain herb and mineral notes amid a floral-tinged core of red berries, enlivened by fresh acidity and lingering around slightly chalky tannins. Drink now through 2030. 16,000 cases made, 4,000 cases imported.??–AR??Region: Argentina / Mendoza / Gualtallary Select to Add

A well-defined style, offering roasted herb notes to a plum and blackberry core. Ends with dusty chocolate and spice notes around fine tannins. Drink now. 14,000 cases made, 8,000 cases imported.??–AR??Region: Argentina / Mendoza / Gualtallary Select to Add

Hard, roasted and rubbery aromas suggest compost and autumn leaves. The palate is tight and layered, but tannic, with black fruit flavors, heavy spice notes and herbal leanings. Finishes with leafy notes, licorice and bitterness. ——M.S.(11/1/2011)—— 85