Saturated medium ruby. Knockout nose offers cassis, mocha and clove, along with a strong suggestion of soil tones. Projects an uncanny combination of density and sweetness on the one hand and penetration on the other, with gripping, lightly saline flavors of dark berries, tobacco, spices and minerals. A wonderfully tactile wine with substantial broad tannins and a palate-staining finish dominated by sweet black and blue fruits.

Community Tasting Notes (average 92.5 pts. and median of 93 pts. in 9 notes)

Rating: 90/100 - As reviewed by Wine & Spirits Magazine on 02/09

Rating for Argentina: 93 (average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: too young, let it sit<br/>

Charthouse 30 Dec 2008 2006 vintage. $49.