8 A little bit hickory-dominated on the bouquet, but also giving balsamic notes, blackberry and chocolate mint. The palate is linear due to a streak of cutting acidity, while the palate is also snappy with wild raspberry and bright plum flavors and plenty of wood tannin. A toasty finish with espresso and chocolate is fine and long. Drink now through 2017.——M.S.(8/1/2011)—— 92

Another well-polished Malbec from Trapiche’s single-vineyard series. This one, from Tupungato in the Uco Valley, is the most “red” of the ’06s. The fruit is juicy and bursts with acidity and power. Cherry, red plum and cassis are the lead flavors, and it finishes on a bed of chocolate and peppery spice. Good now but will benefit from another year or two in bottle. ——M.S.(7/1/2010)—— 92