Nose highlights dark cherries, and cherry compote with abundant earthiness, and violets. Palate displays bright, fresh fruit on the attack fillowed by a dark, robust spiciness, which leads to a big powered finish engaging the whole palate. *Tikal is one of several wineries under the "Ernesto Catena Vineyards" umbrella, which was founded in 2000. *This wine 100% Malbec from 3 different vineyards in Paraje Altamira of the Uco Valley. Avg age of vines 17 years. Aged 12 months in oak (70% French, 30% American) (50% new).
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2/28/2024 - RPHC Likes this wine: 91 Points
Nose highlights dark cherries, and cherry compote with abundant earthiness, and violets. Palate displays bright, fresh fruit on the attack fillowed by a dark, robust spiciness, which leads to a big powered finish engaging the whole palate. *Tikal is one of several wineries under the "Ernesto Catena Vineyards" umbrella, which was founded in 2000. *This wine 100% Malbec from 3 different vineyards in Paraje Altamira of the Uco Valley. Avg age of vines 17 years. Aged 12 months in oak (70% French, 30% American) (50% new).
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2/16/2023 - Asheron Likes this wine: 85 Points
Low fruit. Medium Tanins. I like other Malbec better.
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