Ripe, with well-integrated cassis, black plum, spice and tar notes, backed by fresh acidity and medium tannins. Drink now.??–NW??Region: Argentina / Mendoza Select to Add

(15% alcohol): Dark red. Slightly medicinal but sweet aromas of cassis, licorice and menthol complicated by dark chocolate and hints of pepper and herbs. Juicy, tight and fine-grained, with strong acidity giving a penetrating quality and good lift to the cassis and floral flavors. A bit youthfully aggressive today, but shows good flavor intensity. The tight, serious finish features substantial tongue-dusting tannins and very good energy.