
88POINTS
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Ruca Malen Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva 2009
Vista Flores, Valle de Uco, Tunuyán, Central Region, Mendoza, ArgentinaTapenade, tobacco leaf, cassis, peppery, floral, spicy, herbal, smoky, vanilla aromas with a touch of barnyard. Ripe, round, fresh, slightly tart palate with light, austere tannins. Cassis, peppery, spicy, sage, herbal, tobacco leaf, cherry and black olive flavours. A bit savoury and herbal but good balance and freshness for near term drinking with beef.Tasted: 15 February 2012Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:BC | $20.00 | 750ml | speculative listing - Dream Wines |
AB | $19.00 | 750ml | private wine shops |
Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon