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2005 Mapema Mendoza Malbec
Vineyard: Mapema
Price: $17.99- $20.00
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Varietal: Malbec
Style: Red Wine
Region: Argentina
Other Vintages: 2006 2004 2002 2001 2000 1999
WINEMAKER'S NOTE
Intense purple color with shades of violet. Heady aromas of kirsch, cocoa, mint and exotic woods make you want to keep inhaling deeply. Red & black cherry flavors coat the palate, and the oak tanni...
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  • International Wine Cellar
    Bright ruby-red. Aromas of mocha, licorice, violet and cured meat. Sweet dark berry and spice flavors are framed by ripe, juicy acidity, which gives this wine a refreshing character. Finishes firm, with ripe tannins and good length.
  • Ken's Wine Guide
    This wine was a new winery for me and I’m glad I discovered it. This bright ruby wine is a Very Good representation of Malbec. It opens with a very pleasant black cherry like bouquet. On the palat...
  • CellarTracker Community Tasting Notes
    Community Tasting Notes (average 84.5 pts. and median of 85 pts. in 5 notes)
  • Robert Parker
  • Wine Spectator
  • Vintage Chart
    Rating for Argentina: 93 (average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: too young, let it sit<br/>
User Tasting Note
  • Fellow Drync'r
    Drank in Hudson on 10/10/9 at The Wine Bar at Solaire. <br/>Good for price at store, paid $14/glass and $55/ bottle.