This is the best and most expensive wine ever released by Dutch-owned Salentein, and it proves that this winery has finally mastered Mendoza. The color is excellent and the nose is full of bold fruit, leather, mint and more. It’s a huge Malbec with saturated cassis and black cherry flavors, and the feel and lushness are just right. For a ripe mini monster that’s sure to please, drink this now and over the next three years, preferably with grilled beef.——M.S.(10/1/2007)—— 93

Rich and sweet, with kirsch and blueberry fruit aromas mixed with molasses and marzipan. It keeps that sweet profile on the palate, where baked plum, brandied prune and fruitcake take over. Finishes fairly spicy and chocolaty, with a saturated, meaty body. Imported by The San Francisco Wine Exchange. ——M.S.(12/31/2005)—— 88