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2016 Tinto Negro Limestone Block MalbecBlend from Argentina

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"This soil profile produces Malbec with delicate floral aromas, deep blue fruit flavors and a salty mineralogy. The wine is co-fermented with 10-12% Cabernet Franc for addition...

  • 86 Wine Enthusiast
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About

Rating:

86

Initial chemical aromas suggest paint and raw oak. This Malbec from a forgettable vintage feels saucy, acidic and defined by tension. Stewy berry and plum flavors are savory and finish with flavors of tomato sauce and herbal plum. ---Michael Schachner

Product Description:

"This soil profile produces Malbec with delicate floral aromas, deep blue fruit flavors and a salty mineralogy. The wine is co-fermented with 10-12% Cabernet Franc for additional complexity." - Winery

Product Detail

Item # 116975
Country Argentina
Region Mendoza
Sub-Region Uco Valley
Ratings

86 - Wine Enthusiast

Vintage 2016
Color Red
ABV 14.0%
Varietal(s) Malbec, Cabernet Franc
Size 750mL
Closure Cork
Features
Taste pepper, earth, green, plum, mocha, currant, tobacco, raspberry, cassis, violet and green bean
Nose spice, earth, currant, cherry, tobacco, broccoli, berry and flower