Here’s a bold and well-extracted blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot with a beautiful balance of red fruit and exotic spice. You can identify the Cabernet component (50%) thanks to the wine’s focus and sharpness. It ends with chewy, soft tannins and long fruit flavors. The wines of Tenuta Argentiera improve each year as the vines mature.——M.L.(11/1/2009)—— 89