Powerful from the beginning, with depth of fruit to the nose as well as floral notes. The palate is a bit more simple than I expected; it’s fresh and properly acidic but the flavors of berry and black cherry are jammy and there seems to be a hint of overripeness to the wine. Still, it’s a dark, lusty Malbec with purity and nice touches of vanilla, mocha and coffee. Drink now. ——M.S.(5/1/2011)—— 91