Aromatic, with a young, grapey character, this pure Malbec lets the fruit shine and keeps the new oak down to a modest 15%. Berries and citrus are kissed with light herb, threading gracefully into a tannic but well-constructed finish.——P.G.(12/15/2011)—— 89

Young and fresh, this 100% Malbec has tight, spicy, peppery fruit that leads into a surprisingly long finish. It’s not tricked up with oak, but the sharp young berry flavors evolve in the mouth and bring on clove, wintergreen and mint, which resonate through a lingering finish. Though the fruit lacks flesh, it doesn’t hold back on pure flavor, and promises good things ahead for this new vineyard.——P.G.(6/1/2009)—— 89