First off, we drank the 2015, but the 2016 is currently out at the LCBO. I’m not 100% sure when I purchased it, but obviously, from what I’ve read, a little time helped it out. That said, I’m going to go out and buy a couple 2016s and lay them down.
Wine labels draw our attention. Not sure why. Maybe because it reminds me of an Italian restaurant for some reason. Odd, I know, for an Argentinian wine. This is what I thought until recently where I was fortunate enough to be seated for dinner with Attorney Consolute General from Argentia. She mentioned there was a strong connection with Italy and that Argentinians eat a lot of pasta.
Eyes: It has a red/purple colour
Nose: Cherry, plum & other dark fruits aromas plus chocolate, vanilla, & coffee notes too
Mouth: Medium to full body which was easy to drink—its soft tannins & low acids make it ready & easy to drink—you may find hints of sandalwood, spice, & even a hint of violets in the finish
We enjoyed this well-structured wine with barbecued steak but feel it could go with a number of meats. Overall, I highly recommend this wine, especially when you take its $15.95 price point into account.
Rating: 3.75 stars
Drinking Window: Best by 2020
Alcohol/Vol: 13.5%
Made in: Mendoza, Argentina
Sugar Content: 2 g/L
Sweetness Descriptor: XD – Extra Dry
Style: Medium-bodied & Fruity
Varietal: Malbec
Vintages #: 166298
Grape Stains by Jimmy 