Spirit Of The Andes

Cheval des Andes

Mendoza Malbec Blend 2018

This one is very interesting. Muted in terms of aromatics but very expressive and rich on the palate. It sports an array of berries and very distinct notes of tar and peat. Maybe not my favourite taste profile but very well made. — 3 months ago

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Iron Horse Vineyards

Spirit of '76 Green Valley of Russian River Valley Sparkling Pinot Noir 2011

Still got ripping acidity, great green apple and some mandarin orange, ends with a rockin marcona almond finish. My kinda finish. I finished is what I’m saying. — 10 months ago

Spencerfield Spirit Company

Edinburgh Gin 2021

Classic London Dry Gin made in Edinburgh, Scotland. Far from ordinary this gin very balanced and pack with 14 botanicals. Hints of Pine Nuts, Lemongrass and a Lavender finish. Kick back with your favorite G&T mix, act like a Brit, enjoy and have another.....Excellent. — 3 years ago

San Pedro

Sideral Valle de Cachapoal Andes Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2021

Deep ruby color.
Aromas of cassis, green bell pepper, spice.
Dry. Flavors of cassis, black pepper, bell pepper, tar. Notes are very dark, almost burnt. Medium-rich, chewy tannins.

Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 3/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5
— 6 months ago

Terrazas de Los Andes

Cheval des Andes Mendoza Malbec Blend 2015

Pepper, sandalwood and dark flowers. Lots of cassis. Black currant. Full. Medium high acidity. Good wine. — 10 months ago

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Bodega Sur de los Andes

Reserva Mendoza Malbec 2016

Another solid vintage of this ripe and juicy red. Aromas of cooked red berries and plums. Full and round pallet that features cassis, blueberry and plum. Touch of minerality and earth on the very long finish. Very smooth tannins. Silky texture. Bright, fruit forward and fresh. More fruit than tertiary flavors in this vintage. Excellent QPR. — 2 years ago

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Bodegas Salentein

Numina Gran Corte Spirit Vineyard Malbec Blend 2016

Wonderful nose smells of currents., moderate tannins, medium color, some hints of Amber.  — 8 months ago

Cuvelier Los Andes

Grand Vin Red Blend 2015

AEL
9.0

Definitely needed to breathe. 30 min later, an outstanding sort-of Bordeaux blend, heavy on the Malbec. Distinct plum, earth notes, with structure and balance. Very well made. Bottle #2. — 9 months ago

Terrazas de Los Andes

Reserva High Altitude Vineyards Malbec 2020

One of the best Malbec’s I’ve ever had and I’ve been to Mendoza!! — a year ago

Bodega Catena Zapata

High Mountain Vines Mendoza Malbec 2012

Perfumed nose of violets plus blue and red fruits a note of red liquorice. On the medium weight plus palate , ripe plum and chocolate. Differs from Cabernet with no herbal bay leaf characters and softer tannins in this case but persistent. This is a perfect wine to have with steak, in this case T bone. The Argentinians worked this out ages ago. One of the 1001 wines where it is summed up succinctly - The hallmark of the Catena style is refinement and balance but with a big personality. These wines supercede the Malbecs from Cahors because the vineyards are planted between 780 metres and 1500 metres in the Andes. — 3 years ago

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Jamie Lauder

Jamie Lauder

Bob, I love reading your wine notes.
If you ever get the chance to taste/buy Catena Malbec Argentino or Nicolas Catena Zapata (Cab Sauv with a little Malbec) enjoy these fantastic wines.
Bob McDonald

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Thanks Jamie - very kind of you. Funny you mention the Argentino - I have a bottle of the 2008. I have a tasting note somewhere here I believe on a previous one. Also the Achaval Ferrer Finca Altamira 2011. Cheers.
Jamie Lauder

Jamie Lauder

Achaval Ferrer high altitude Malbec is unbelievable. I’ve had it years ago..
It ages beautifully.
Cheers Bob.