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El Esteco Don David Reserve Malbectext
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15¼/20

El Esteco Don David Reserve Malbec 2014

Calchaqui Valley, Salta, North, ArgentinaThe label pays homage to the winery’s founder, Don David Michel. This malbec is made with vines that are 20-plus years old. After fermentation 70% of the wine is aged in small barrels of both American and French oak for 12 months. The style is soft and round with earthy, chocolate, vanilla flavours dominating the fruit. A ready-to-drink hamburger red for parties or mid-week consumption.Tasted: 31 October 2016Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:
BC$13.99750mlBCLS
MB$15.00750ml 
AB$15.00750mlprivate wine stores
Producer: Bodega El EstecoDistributors: Dandurand
Grape: MalbecCSPC: 156455UPC: 7790189001129