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Dear Friends,
I once read a quote from Ernest Gallo that I will need to paraphrase here, since I am sitting on an airplane with no access to the Internet (c’mon United, get with the program already) and can’t remember word for word. Essentially, he said "I don’t care about aromas or midpalate structure, I just want a wine that tastes so good I want to drink more." Too often we get caught up in the art of the descriptor, even (gasp!) yours truly. So I am going to say it simple – this Mendoza Malbec rocks. It is a terrific value (compare to +$30) and you will drink more and more because it just tastes right – totally right.
Lot 358 showcases deep violet color, aromas of pure black/red cherry and crushed plums, toasty oak notes, and a lush texture with a velvet core that conducts the wine to its knockout finish. While there is a nice richness, it is very balanced and not made in an over-the-top style. This wine could age a couple of years, but why bother? Sometimes you just need a pop and pour wine for dinner, and you’d be hard pressed to find a better go-to wine.
This Malbec was made with our longtime producer partner in Mendoza. We have worked together now for five years, and our relationship continues to deepen with each release. 2011 was an epic vintage in Luján de Cuyo and the neighboring Valle de Uco. We identified vineyard blocks in both valleys that reveal the sheer power and balance for which Malbec is famous. If you enjoyed Lots 258 and 275, this wine will stop you in your tracks.
As always, if you have any questions or need help with your purchase, email us or call 1-800-805-1971.
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