Very dark ruby. Deep nose of red fruits, imposing oak notes and hints of kirsch, spices. Silky at first, it shows its power in the intense mid-palate that always remains soft and rich, even voluptuous. Racy finish lifted by fine acidity. Should peak around 2025.
Deep ruby colour with a nose of red berries, rhubarb and wet earth. Medium-bodied with good fruit expression. A very stylish Pinot with great balance.
Deeply scented raspberry and cherry, accented with a splash of spicy and herbal notes and sweet dark cherry flavour dominant in the mouth. Rounds out with dark chocolate.
Reveals influence of bottle age, showing developed plum and cherry fruit, savoury, dry herbal notes, a pinch of cinnamon and a subtle touch of oak on the nose. Dark fruit flavours are encased in sooty dry tannins with still-brisk acidity, finishing firm and very dry. Give it another 3 to 5 years in the cellar.
From a single vineyard in Gualtallary, Uco Valley, this is the project of legendary winemaker Susana Balboa's son José Lovaglio Balbo. José focuses on single vineyard wines from different sub regions of Northern Mendoza and varying soil types, all sharing vinification with minimal intervention and oak contact. This vineyard was planted in 2008 on sandy, stony loams at 3,800 ft altitude. That freshness is apparent right off, with alluring perfumed black plums, black raspberries and cracked peppercorn. Tannins are tuggy, hugging the fruit through a stony, lifted finish. Though alcohol reads 14 degrees, the inherent freshness here is unmistakable. This charming young red is ready for drinking now, but will hold in cellar short term.
A well-priced Napa Chardonnay with the oak influence of cinnamon and vanilla working in tandem with banana, yellow apple, pineapple and cream. There is sound acidity which gives lift. Pair with fish tacos topped with tropical fruits salsas.