Santa Helena’s 2009 Vernus Malbec contains 3% Petit Verdot in its makeup. It sports a pleasing perfume of cedar, spice box, leather, and black cherry. Juicy, ripe, and savory on the palate, this medium- to full-bodied, balanced wine is a very good value meant for drinking over the next 4-5 years. Importer: Misa Imports, Dallas, TX; tel. (972) 235-3834