Mendoza, Argentina Reds
Mendoza, Argentina, renowned for its red wines, boasts a diverse range of varietals. We will try four wines from this region. 2 Malbecs, 1 red blend and 1 Cabernet Franc! These wines often showcase rich flavors of dark fruits, coupled with hints of spice and earthiness, thanks to the region's high-altitude vineyards and sunny climate. If you like bold reds you have to try this lineup.
@ Humble Vine
April 24th
2-8 PM
Wine Tasting: $20
Vista Alba, “Corte C” Malbec, Mendoza, Spain $20
Mostly Malbec with a 15% dash of Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2019 Vistalba Corte C is from Vistalba, Luján de Cuyo. The open nose offers hints of sun-kissed grape, raisin, white pepper, ash and gentle jalapeño aromas. It has the typical sweet tannins of the region, a tacky flow and bold expression, with fruity flavors winning out at the back of the mouth. A classic Mendoza profile.
Vista Alba, “Corte B” Red Blend, Mendoza, Spain $23
Dark ruby red color with a black core, dark red fruit aromas with hints of tobacco, chocolate, vanilla, cassis and clove. The mouth-feel is smooth, fruity and very good acidity. The long finish is balanced with sweet tannins. Aged for twelve months in French, medium-toasted oak barrels. 60% Malbec and 20% each Bonarda and Cabernet Sauvignon..
El Enemigo, Cabernet Franc Mendoza, Argentina $28
Ruby red in color with soft violet tones. The nose has intense aromas and concentrated notes of cassis, ripe currants, and sweet clove. Flavors of ripe red fruits with hints of eucalyptus and tagged blackpepper. Oak aging provides notes of cedar and vanilla...
El Enemigo, Malbec Mendoza, Argentina $29
Rich and concentrated, it offers aromas of black fruit, cherry and dark berry fruit on the nose followed in the palate by a full-bodied wine with flavors of spice, blackberry, black cherry, pepper and a slight floral character. The finish is elegant and lengthy. 90% Malbec, 8% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot.
