La Rioja, ArgentinaThe Raza line of wines was named in honour of the famed Raza Polo Argentino horses, a native breed renown for their polo skills. 60% of this La Rioja malbec was aged in wood (80% French, 20% American). At once sweet and smoky, with candied blueberries, blackberry jam, roasted coffee wrestling with camp smoked stones and fire grilled meats. Tannins are pasty and ample, to a shorter finish. Requires pairing with equally rustic dishes, sooner than later.Tasted: 27 February 2021Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$15.50
750ml
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AB
$12.50
750ml
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Producer: La RiojanaDistributors: Empson Wines Canada Grape: MalbecCSPC: 309427UPC: 7790265060330
La Rioja, ArgentinaThe vintage is declared on the back label next to the alcohol level, almost as an afterthought, which fits with what's in the bottle. This is about the style first and foremost: an easy drinking malbec with bold fruit and oak. Forward, sweet blueberry, and plum is bolstered by vanilla and mocha notes from some oak aging. Medium-bodied, and just 13%, the palate is both sweet and sour, with disjointed acidity that gives this a mouth-puckeringly tart finish.Tasted: 27 February 2021Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$15.50
750ml
select private retailers
AB
$12.50
750ml
select private retailers
Producer: La RiojanaDistributors: Empson Wines Canada Grape: MalbecCSPC: 309427UPC: 7790265060330
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