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| Community Tasting Notes (average 91.8 pts. and median of 92 pts. in 40 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Jimaronson on 8/16/2021 & rated 89 points: Nice nose and showing no signs of fading. The wine is rustic and has a mild spice finish. There is chewy fruit and unresolved tannins. I found it has too much alcohol so it is possible that the alcohol will dissipate over time and allow for a more balanced wine several years from now. It is hard to say what will happen in a couple of years, but having had the bottle I would cellar for two years and hope it sweetens up. (1038 views) | | | Tasted by gajalaa on 3/24/2018 & rated 91 points: Same notes, still good (1914 views) | | | Tasted by bin905 on 9/8/2017 & rated 90 points: Big and a bit rustic with predominant coffee and tar flavor. (2013 views) | | | Tasted by gajalaa on 8/30/2017 & rated 92 points: Creamy and ready to drink, but could also hold (2031 views) | | | Tasted by TallMikeWine on 12/29/2016 & rated 94 points: About as creamy and delicious as a Cabernet can get! Yes, they do more than just Malbec down in Argentina. Of course this is made with help of a ringer, in Paul Hobbs of California. Creamy cassis, herbs as the night wore on. Wow, this is in a good spot. Ready to drink, but could also hold another 3 years and not be disappointed. (2375 views) | | | Tasted by bin905 on 4/9/2016 & rated 93 points: Opulent, nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla, cedar forest and Kirsch scent. Sumptuous, mouth-filling, cocoa, cola, red cherry, blackberry and licorice flavor with silky smooth tannins and a long finish. (2619 views) | | | Tasted by GGP on 9/7/2015 & rated 96 points: Vermelho escuro profundo, reflexos rubi. Nariz repleto de cassis, mirtilos e ameixas, seguido de violetas e toques defumados e de alcatrão. Opulento, muscular e mastigável, com uma incrível matéria, acidez média e um final interminável e complexo, onde surge o requinte de uma ponta de lápis. Um cab de classe mundial, pra confirmar q a Argentina não é "Malbec dependente". Com Queen Beef Rubayat. 96 GGP (2245 views) | | | Tasted by falp on 4/17/2014 & rated 98 points: outstanding! Perfect! Strong and delicate at the same time (3250 views) | | | Tasted by daniellobo on 5/31/2013 & rated 90 points: A good wine, very elegant and polished. I expected more. If it was a french wine I would say it was closed, but truth is, it is in the middle between good fruit and evolution, lacking both. A very well made wine that did not excited me. (4046 views) | | | Tasted by 1964vintage on 4/27/2013 & rated 93 points: Outstanding from nose to finish. Lush, dark fruits with great structure and long finish. (3666 views) | | | Tasted by Bill Johnson on 3/3/2013 & rated 92 points: Good nose. Bold. Dark cherries with a hint ot vanilla and mint. Save for big foods. Did great with blue cheese and balsamic filet. Smooth tannins (after 45minute decant).Chocolate covered dark cherries and coffee on the palate. A good 20 to 30 second finish. A very nice big bold wine. (3176 views) | | | Tasted by Bill Johnson on 1/27/2013 & rated 92 points: A good wine. Age has given it some elegance. No longer a fruit bomb elegant tannins and nice finish. Still good dark fruit. (3005 views) | | | Tasted by 1964vintage on 1/4/2013 & rated 92 points: Outstanding wine. Wonderful nose, fruit, and it has aged terriffically for a smooth, long finish. (2096 views) | | | Tasted by Trolson on 11/19/2012 & rated 92 points: Beautiful wine: smooth, big body, nice nose. (1668 views) | | | Tasted by CdP in NYC on 4/21/2012 & rated 91 points: Full, deep and rich. Big, tarry dark fruit palate. Long, muscular finish. Will drink well for a while, but i prefer these somewhat youthful. (2457 views) | | | Tasted by neurovino on 1/4/2012 & rated 94 points: Excellent mouth coating and feel. Big, supple fruit. With good body and an acidity level that I particularly enjoy. Terrific wine at this price point ($30). A fitting tribute to dinner in memory of the Mags. Karen and J also enjoyed, although not quite as much as me. (2473 views) | | | Tasted by flyinburrito on 11/3/2011 & rated 90 points: Dark purple with a highlighted rim. Relatively bright and airy on the nose for a cab showing rich blackberry liquer, cassis and chocolate covered cherries with a hint of mint. Very ripe and rich in the mouth where the flavors mirror the nose finishing with a healthy dose of huge ripe tannins. (2959 views) | | | Tasted by mmurry on 8/13/2011 & rated 90 points: Common vs. Uncommon Varietals (Farpointe Cellar): Grilled meat and sweet red fruit on the nose, with some floral notes and damp earth right behind. Lots of fruit on the palate, with a nice earth back note. (3392 views) | | | Tasted by wineismylife on 7/9/2011 & rated 92 points: Saturdays at One - Volume 52: WIML92+/-
Tasted non blind at a retail tasting.
Dark garnet to purple color in the glass, clear looking throughout. Nose of lavender, blueberries, black berries and currants. Flavors of currants, black berries, black raspberries and black cherries. Medium to bright acidity, firm tannins, full bodied. Drink now with some air or continue to hold. (3710 views) | | | Tasted by andrewdodd86 on 2/17/2011 & rated 88 points: no notes taken, remember this being "okay" (943 views) | | | Tasted by G_H on 11/19/2010 & rated 86 points: Strong flavor of Rumtopf, which is quite typical for a Malbec. However it dominates most other flavors in this wine. On the palate a bit less concentrated than I expected. Good wine with a steak though! (3967 views) | | | Tasted by amateurwino on 10/19/2010 & rated 91 points: 70-80 yr old vines on this as compared to 20-30 yr vines on the regular Bramare line. On the nose, doesn't grab me as much as the regular Bramare cab. Fruity with some oak. On the palate, more bitter, built for longer but not as approachable and not as likeable at this point. Would be interested to compare for the future, as there is definitely some material here, but for now, the edge goes to the Bramare "medium" line cab. 90-92 (3594 views) | | | Tasted by amateurwino on 10/19/2010 & rated 91 points: SVD, 70-80 year old vines. On the nose, doesn't grab me as much as the perfumed nose on the Bramare non-SVD cab. Fruity with oak on the palate. More bitterness to the tannin showing here - built for longer aging; not as approachable or likeable at this point. Definitely has material here. 90-91+/92? (3574 views) | | | Tasted by mmurry on 5/30/2010 & rated 91 points: V.I,P. Argentina Tasting (Farpointe Cellar): The nose had cherry and cedar, blackberry and earth. The palate was rich and dark, with lots of tannins. It had espresso and tobacco, blackberry and cedar, and a smoky finish. (4087 views) | | | Tasted by wineismylife on 5/30/2010 & rated 92 points: Saturdays at One - Volume 24: WIML92
Purple color in the glass. clear hue throughout. Big nose of boysenberries, Kirsch, plums, potpourri and white pepper. Rich flavors of berries, cherries, boysenberry and cassis. Medium to bright acidity, firm tannins, full bodied. Drink now with some air or continue to hold. (4612 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| By Stephen Tanzer
Vinous, January/February 2009, IWC Issue #142
(Vina Cobos Cabernet Sauvignon Bramare Marchiori Vineyard Mendoza) Subscribe to see review text. |
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Uff What a wines!!!!!!!. In this winery work together Marchiory, Barraud and Paul Hobbs...
Nico, who is the owner of the vineyards and Andrea’s father, is also an Italian ambitious man, with an enlightened vision of the future. He is a perseverant man and a truly land-lover who was able to overcome difficult times in the history of Argentinean viticulture always defending the quality of his grapes. Viña Cobos Winery faces the Tupungato, the great mountain whose name means Stone Guard in the indigenous language. The design for our state-of-the-art facility uses large, simple, geometric forms; open space and natural light to complement the majesty of the landscape. At this moment the winery is in its first stage of construction and its current capacity is of 370.000 liters.Cabernet SauvignonCabernet Sauvignon is probably the most famous red wine grape variety on Earth. It is rivaled in this regard only by its Bordeaux stablemate Merlot, and its opposite number in Burgundy, Pinot Noir. From its origins in Bordeaux, Cabernet has successfully spread to almost every winegrowing country in the world. It is now the key grape variety in many first-rate New World wine regions, most notably Napa Valley, Coonawarra and Maipo Valley. Wherever they come from, Cabernet Sauvignon wines always seem to demonstrate a handful of common character traits: deep color, good tannin structure, moderate acidity and aromas of blackcurrant, tomato leaf, dark spices and cedarwood.
Used as frequently in blends as in varietal wines, Cabernet Sauvignon has a large number of common blending partners. Apart from the obvious Merlot and Cabernet Franc, the most prevalent of these are Malbec, Petit Verdot and Carmenere (the ingredients of a classic Bordeaux Blend), Shiraz (in Australia's favorite blend) and in Spain and South America, a Cabernet – Tempranillo blend is now commonplace. Even the bold Tannat-based wines of Madiran are now generally softened with Cabernet SauvignonArgentina Wines of Argentina
Argentina has been making wine since the 1500s, tracing its wine heritage back to Spain, France and, perhaps surprisingly, Italy. Italian immigration is second only to Spanish in Argentine culture, and the flavors of Italy show up strongly in the nation’s wine, food and cultural tradition. Historically, Argentina has kept much of its wine consumption at home, drinking most of the wine it makes. But we are now seeing more very serious Argentine wines north of the border, and Malbec is leading the movement. The wine-making region in Argentina ranges between the 22° and 42° South latitude. It spreads at the foothills of the Andean mountain range along over 2,400 km; from the province of Salta to the province of Río Negro, with a variety of climates and soils that makes each region a unique land. In general terms, the areas dedicated to vine cultivation are dry and arid with a low level of rain and humidity, determining factor as regards grape health. Abundant sunny days and thermal amplitude favor a good maturity and concentration of aroma and color in the grain. Soils are deep, permeable and poor in organic matter, decisive qualities at the time of obtaining good wine. Due to the low rain regime, irrigation is necessary. Water comes from the Andean range thaw, descending in the shape of rivers to become channels or ditches. Undoubtedly, the combination of these factors turns Argentina into a veritable oasis for the highest quality wine-making. Nevertheless, there is still a long way to go. Wine-making in Argentina, at the level that it achieves today, has a young history that goes back to a little more than 10 years ago. Technological progress, investment and some farsighted businessmen enabled a determining transformation. The province of Mendoza is the most traditional area in the viticultural industry, and is diverse enough to be divided into zones, according to their significantly different weather, height and soil characteristics. These include the Northern Zone, which is suitable for fruity whites and young reds, at a height from 600 to 700m; the Eastern Zone, with a height ranging from 600 to 700m, and the most productive zone in the province; the Uco Valley, a zone of colder weather and higher altitudes (between 800 and 1,400m over sea level); San Rafael, with heights ranging from 450 to 800m; and the High Zone of the Mendoza River, with heights ranging from 800 to 1,100m over sea level and various microclimates, this is the zone where almost all noble varieties have easily become adapted. It is a region that is remarkably well-suited to vine culture, protected from the Pacific’s cooling influence by the Andes and enjoying a long summer of cool nights and warm days, with a dry summer climate but plenty of water available from the region’s rivers. Malbec in particular is outstanding from this area, and it has clearly emerged as the star, the darling of both consumers and critics.Mendoza Wines of MendozaLujan de Cuyo Luján de Cuyo (Municipalidad de Luján de Cuyo)
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