Domaine Bousquet Reserve Malbec (Mendoza) 2021
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Category | Red Wine |
Varietal | |
Region | Argentina, Uco Valley, Tupungato |
Brand | Domaine Bousquet |
Alcohol/vol | 14.5% |
A step up from the premium varietal line, these blends of Domaine Bousquet estate-grown grapes from plots with low yields offer more of everything – more body, more tannin in the reds, and more flavor. The 4,000-foot elevation ensures that, with the right handling, the grapes for these wines lend an Old World elegance so prized by wine lovers.
85% Malbec 5% Merlot 5% Syrah 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged for 10 months in French Oak.
Tasting Notes: Deep Violet color. On the nose, ground-mushrooms and red berries aromas. Notes of violet prune and spices. Medium body with soft and silky tannins and a flavorful finish.
Wine Enthusiast
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Cinnamon and vanilla lead to plum and blackberry on the nose of this wine. Firm tannins and vibrant acidity are a stamp of the Gualtallary region where this wine is made. The palate displays intense black-fruit flavors and hints of spices, due to a smart use of oak. It has a flavorful finish.