Bodega DiamAndes
Clos de los Siete Malbec Blend
Mendoza, Cuyo, Argentina
The 2018 Clos De Los Siete combines grapes from a large property of the same name in Campo de los Andes, Uco Valley in a blend of 55% Malbec, 19% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Syrah, 2% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc. The assemblage here is made by Michel Rolland and his team, 70% of which is aged in up to 1/3 use French barrels. Dense, dark violet in color. The nose is complex in the Bordelais style, presenting aromas of plum, blackcurrant and blackberry with hints of blueberry, oak and herbs. The 2018 is free-flowing on the palate with good energy and volume. It's mild tannins still have enough energy to lend shape and intense flavor. An interesting, potent wine. Drink in two years. (Joaquín Hidalgo, Vinous, November 2021)
The 2018 Clos De Los Siete combines grapes from a large property of the same name in Campo de los Andes, Uco Valley in a blend of 55% Malbec, 19% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Syrah, 2% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc. The assemblage here is made by Michel Rolland and his team, 70% of which is aged in up to 1/3 use French barrels. Dense, dark violet in color. The nose is complex in the Bordelais style, presenting aromas of plum, blackcurrant and blackberry with hints of blueberry, oak and herbs. The 2018 is free-flowing on the palate with good energy and volume. It's mild tannins still have enough energy to lend shape and intense flavor. An interesting, potent wine. Drink in two years. (Joaquín Hidalgo, Vinous, November 2021)
Interesting blend from seven neighboring vineyards in Argentina, owned by a French wine maker. 52% Malbec, 21% Merlot, 15% Syrah, 7% Cab, 3% petit Verdot, 2% CF. A bit soft for my palate.
Interesting blend from seven neighboring vineyards in Argentina, owned by a French wine maker. 52% Malbec, 21% Merlot, 15% Syrah, 7% Cab, 3% petit Verdot, 2% CF. A bit soft for my palate.
Jul 25th, 2021
Last bottle. As ever; this is the best one. Still suprisingly vivid.
Last bottle. As ever; this is the best one. Still suprisingly vivid.
4 people found it helpfulJun 4th, 2014
Deep purple with a plum rim with high viscosity yet little color extraction on the tears.Dark chocolate and almost Amarone like raisin on the nose. A dark fruit forward taste, with lots of moss, earth and dried flowers. Soft yet very present tannins and high alcohol and acidity that actually seems perfectly balanced.
Deep purple with a plum rim with high viscosity yet little color extraction on the tears.Dark chocolate and almost Amarone like raisin on the nose. A dark fruit forward taste, with lots of moss, earth and dried flowers. Soft yet very present tannins and high alcohol and acidity that actually seems perfectly balanced.
2 people found it helpfulJan 15th, 2013
A delicious blend of mostly Malbec, Merlot & Cabernet Sauvignon. The Malbec initially takes center stage with classic aromas of black cherry, raisin, & sweet tobacco. Full bodied on the pallate but the Merlot definitely mellows the wine as it has medium well integrated tannins along with flavors of blackberry, baking spices & vanilla. aired nicely with NY strip streaks & grilled asparagus! ($20) [6/5/20]
A delicious blend of mostly Malbec, Merlot & Cabernet Sauvignon. The Malbec initially takes center stage with classic aromas of black cherry, raisin, & sweet tobacco. Full bodied on the pallate but the Merlot definitely mellows the wine as it has medium well integrated tannins along with flavors of blackberry, baking spices & vanilla. aired nicely with NY strip streaks & grilled asparagus! ($20) [6/5/20]
1 person found it helpfulJun 5th, 2020
Rose petal, plum, dark chocolate / cocoa. Soft tannins with a powerful, strong body. Hot. Deep purple and almost black.
Rose petal, plum, dark chocolate / cocoa. Soft tannins with a powerful, strong body. Hot. Deep purple and almost black.
1 person found it helpfulSep 1st, 2017
Dark fruits on the nose with soft notes of forest floor and tar. Medium tannins, a little prickly. More dark fruit on the palate; dried blackberry and cherry and earth (wet soil).
Dark fruits on the nose with soft notes of forest floor and tar. Medium tannins, a little prickly. More dark fruit on the palate; dried blackberry and cherry and earth (wet soil).
1 person found it helpfulApr 29th, 2016
a good drink with friends
a good drink with friends
1 person found it helpfulJul 20th, 2014
Wine blogger doxologywine.com; Freelance Sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers) Doxology Wine Consulting
Fruit not dominant on the nose. There is some matallic, paint primer and twiggy notes that capture attention. Tannins are also a bit forceful on the palate.
Fruit not dominant on the nose. There is some matallic, paint primer and twiggy notes that capture attention. Tannins are also a bit forceful on the palate.
1 person found it helpfulMar 24th, 2014