The dark ruby-colored 2007 Premium Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits aromas of black currant and violet. Structured on the palate, the wine has just enough savory black fruit for balance. Drink it over the next 2-3 years while the fruit holds. Importer: Buena Cepa Wines< Miami, FL; tel. (310) 621-3524

A bit heavy-handed in style, with prune, currant and fig notes that lay stolidly over dark toast and loam notes. Has a polished finish, lacks some purity. Drink now. 13,000 cases made, 1,000 cases imported.??–JM??Region: Argentina / Mendoza Select to Add

Herb, spice, cassis, graphite, mushroom, violet, liquorice and herbal bouquet. Good, earthy, herby fruit with nice middle sweetness and firm tannins. Alc: 14%.

Not as clean and fresh on the nose as it could be; instead pickle and barnyard notes enter the picture. It’s better on the palate, which is sweet and sticky as it delivers chunky berry fruit flavors. Sort of cloying on the finish.——M.S.(2/1/2010)—— 84