2014Malbec
2014Malbec
Labeled Appellation
Varietal Composition
100% Malbec
Tasting Notes
An opulent mixture of blackberry, plum concentrate, kola nut, spring flowers and new leather. Swirling adds sweetness to the fruit and an earthy forest floor note mixed with black olive. The palate has freshness, a creamy texture and perfect tannins. A riper wine than previous vintages but with terrific balance. This will be stunning to drink in its youth.
Vinification
100% concrete and aged in 80% New 20% Used French oak for 19 months.
Awards & Accolades
"Bright ruby-red. Captivating floral lift to the aromas of cherry, red licorice and violet. Intensely flavored Malbec with lovely density and floral lift to its pliant flavors of red berries and bitter chocolate. A Washington Malbec with noteworthy finesse--and a bit more red fruit than black in character. The floral element enlivens the wine's ripely tannic aftertaste."
- 91 points, Stephen Tanzer, Vinous