2013 Cobos Bramare Malbec Uco Valley Mendoza

A dense and rich malbec, yet shows definition and precision. Full body, juicy fruit, silky tannins and a spicy, meaty, black pepper finish. Wonderful richness and intensity. Drink or hold.

One of two Bramare Malbecs, this is sourced entirely from the Uco Valley. It's suitably aromatic and full of violet and blackberry fruit, complemented by lashings of oak, supple tannins and a core of sweetness. Another plush style that's very appealing to drink. 2016-19

Bright full ruby. At once higher-pitched and a bit more subdued than the Luján de Cuyo Malbec, offering scents of currant, mocha and meat. Suave, plush, broad and sweet on the palate, with berry flavors complicated by subtle spices. Finishes with a fine dusting of tannins and excellent length, if not quite the verve or lingering sweetness of the Luján de Cuyo example.

Moderately ripe berry and cassis aromas show an increasing level of wood grain as this breathes. A jammy palate is plump and medium deep, while flavors of earthy berry fruits and stewed plum taste smooth at the start but herbal and mossy on the finish.

Concentrated and rich, featuring flavors of dark cherry, roasted plum and currant, with notes of black olive and tarragon. Dark chocolate and savory spice details on the finish are supported by firm tannins. Drink now through 2020.-K.M.

Intense mørke toner i duften. Masser af frugt velbalanceret med fadet. Fyldig med en flot syre og en yderst lang eftersmag

Intense mørke toner i duften. Masser af frugt velbalanceret med fadet. Fyldig med en flot syre og en yderst lang eftersmag