Once again the end of another week and we have saved the best for last. This Malbec was aged two years in stainless steel and picked from organic grapes right at the bank of the Lot river.
Nose: Leads with bit notes of raspberry jam immediately out of the bottle and into the glass. Some currant and cassis pop out here with time and help to accentuate the raspberry, rather than detract.
Palate: Balanced and lovely, with raspberry taking the lead. Very nice texture, soft tannins and juicy acidity. Black currant expands on the next sips, along with some cassis.
Finish: Long and incredibly satisfying. The raspberry diminishes towards the finish and a bit minerality sticks around. But it never gets too muddled up in one direction or the other.
Probably one of the best Malbecs I’ve had this month, and if we gave out scores, stars or grades this would get high marks. Buy on sight.
$26