An utterly delicious Argentinian Malbec, showing why the variety is so highly regarded there. The colour for this wine is a near black, while the nose exhibits notes of blackberries, cassis and chocolate with an intriguing dusty road character with a flick of oak. Licorice comes to the fore as we move to the palate. A supple texture, there are sleek tannins and bright acidity, with an intensity which never wavers and hints of early complexity. Finally, a long and lingering finish. Impressive example of what this variety can achieve as a solo act. This wine has never met a barbecue it could not improve.

From the high altitude (well beyond 1000m above sea level), vineyards in Valle de Uco, Argentina, hail the fruit of this enjoyable Malbec, a grape variety that has found better fortune in South America. The nose displays a fragrant bouquet of fresh blue violets, blueberries, blackcurrants, and blue plums pumped up by vanilla, cedar, new leather, and cigar box scents. Elegant and uber-delicate palate decorated by a well-polished fruit profile and graphite-like, savoury tannins. The length is moderate, but the drinkability is copious.

A juicy and inviting malbec that has strawberries, plums, nutmeg and violets on the nose. It’s full-bodied and fresh, with fine tannins and a tasty finish. Drink now.