The stickers read- Decanter 93, RP 90. I’m intrigued. On the nose I get a nice blackberry, cassis and iodine note. On the palate it is very lush with mouth coating blackberry jam, delicious yet lithe tannins and a minerality that I was not expecting. The mid palate is full blown black fruit but it’s the finish that has me lusting for another mouthful. There’s so much body and ripe fruit that it is almost overflowing. The black berry compote is dark, sweet and ripe. The tannins are just right, not over done yet they give a nice mouthfeel for a long finish. This is a drink now till 2027 wine that will reward some patience yet give pleasure right away with everything from Bangers and Mash to hearty roasts, steak and pasta. I think Decanter went the right direction with this one- 92 points from me and it’s a steal for $10, worthy of 5 stars. Glad I found it. Salut….
Santa Julia Reserva Malbec 2017, Uco Valley, Argentina
07 Sunday Jul 2019
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