Country: Argentina / Mendoza Province
Variety: Malbec
Winery: Cueva de las Manos / Reserve
Huge in color and extract, but also a little childish. The nose has gumball, berry jam and a touch of volatility, but after things settle it rests on bold black fruit. It’s not overly rich or sweet, and the feel is sort of sinewy. Seems more about size and color than refinement and polish.