Monday, April 20, 2009

COLORES DEL SOL - MALBEC

Vintage: 2008
Price Range: $12-20
Producer: Bodega's Colores Del Sol
Region & Country: Mendoza, Argentina
Grape Variety: Malbec
Recommended By: WineClub

Place & Date Purchased: WineStyles, Evanston, IL - 1/5/2009
Place & Date Tasted: Home - 4/20/2009
Dinner: Grilled Chicken Salad

Appearance: Deep, brilliant cherry red; medium-bodied
Nose: Sweet and fruity; blackberry with a hint of vanilla
Taste: Oakey and chocolaty; fruity blackberry with a bold kick
Finish: Lingers and then smoothes
Overall Impression: I have found another awesome Malbec that I would love to have again! I bet it would be better with red meat and even as a good stand alone wine. It was delicious with a great bold and fruity taste! I wouldn't use an aerator on this wine though. It makes it too tart.

Overall Rating: 95/100
Overall Value: ****.5 / 5 Stars

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