Broad and powerful, with thick tannins driving the black Mission fig, espresso, loam, black licorice and Port-reduction flavors though the muscular finish. There's a long, lingering dark tobacco note. Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Drink now through 2011. 665 cases made, 150 cases imported.??–JM??Region: Argentina / Mendoza / Luján de Cuyo Select to Add

A new wine from Norton named after the winery’s Austrian owner, Gernot Langes, is a serious Bordeaux-style blend with creamy oak, vanilla, chocolate and espresso on the bouquet. It’s deep, dark and full of cassis and berry flavors. All totaled, this is a prized offering that’s textured and ripe. It has the right feel and the right stuff in general. ——M.S.(12/31/2008)—— 91