The 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva is opaque purple-colored with a bouquet of black currant and cassis that comes off as slightly baked. On the palate it is a bit compact although it may evolve for 2-3 years and round out. Even so, that is a gamble. Terrazas de los Andes exports 70% of its production with the USA being the number one market.Importer: Moet-Hennessey USA; www.mhusa.com

Quite ripe and thickly layered, with fig, plum, prune and coffee notes backed by a strong tobacco element on the finish. A bit burly in feel, but may have some fans. Drink now through 2009. 5,000 cases imported.??–JM??Region: Argentina / Mendoza Select to Add

A rough opening includes leather, hard cheese and generic plum aromas. Airing leads to cola, blackberry and olive flavors, while the palate feel is wiry, even clangy. It has plenty of power, but it doesn’t go much outside the box. The flavor package is good but generic.——M.S.(11/1/2008)—— 86