Chakana
Maipe Estate Selection Malbec
Lujan De Cuyo, Mendoza, Cuyo, Argentina
Fruity nose. Jammy, Tanic right out of bottle. eucalyptus legs. Light leather and a hint of chocolate at end. Bit of pepper
Fruity nose. Jammy, Tanic right out of bottle. eucalyptus legs. Light leather and a hint of chocolate at end. Bit of pepper
Aug 15th, 2017
Fantastic, starts quiet and picks up steam as it decanted.
Fantastic, starts quiet and picks up steam as it decanted.
Jul 4th, 2017
WV 20170524 w21012w
Tried the 2013 vintage before.
GLD-IWC, 91 WA, 93 DS, 93 TA, 91 TC
Release Date:October 29, 2016750 mL bottle
Alcohol/Vol14.0%
Made in:Mendoza, Argentina
By:Proviva S.R.L
Sugar Content:4 g/L
Sweetness Descriptor:D - Dry
Style:Full-bodied & Smooth
Varietal:Malbec
The Wine Advocate - "Bottled in March 2015, the 2014 Estate Selection Malbec seems to have changed its origin to Altamira (but it's not explicit on the label). The wine matured in used 225-liter French oak barrels and cement vats. The nose is ripe and fruit-driven, with aromas of dark cherries and plums plus a subdued minerality and a touch of spices. Most noticeable is the really well-integrated oak (only founder and well-seasoned barrels are used for this wine). The palate is juicy, fresh and has good balance with a somewhat bittersweet finish that is attractive and commercial. This is a great expression of fresh and elegant Malbec from Altamira at a very attractive price point. 130,000 bottles produced."Score - 91. (Luis Gutierrez, robertparker.com, April 14, 2015)
Style: Fruity, Juicy & Smooth, Oaky & Savory
Aroma: balsamic drizzled berries, waxy cherries, cocoa nuts, and cedar plank
Flavor: pencil shavings, vanilla craisins, nutskin, and peppery spice
Sweetness: Dryish
Enjoy: Now-3 years with food
Pairing: Steak With Chimichurri, Bone In Ribeye Steak With A White Pepper Demi-Glaze Sauce, Lasagna
Bottom Line: A supple, silky malbec with ample fruit and nice restraint.
WV 20170524 w21012w
Tried the 2013 vintage before.
GLD-IWC, 91 WA, 93 DS, 93 TA, 91 TC
Release Date:October 29, 2016750 mL bottle
Alcohol/Vol14.0%
Made in:Mendoza, Argentina
By:Proviva S.R.L
Sugar Content:4 g/L
Sweetness Descriptor:D - Dry
Style:Full-bodied & Smooth
Varietal:Malbec
The Wine Advocate - "Bottled in March 2015, the 2014 Estate Selection Malbec seems to have changed its origin to Altamira (but it's not explicit on the label). The wine matured in used 225-liter French oak barrels and cement vats. The nose is ripe and fruit-driven, with aromas of dark cherries and plums plus a subdued minerality and a touch of spices. Most noticeable is the really well-integrated oak (only founder and well-seasoned barrels are used for this wine). The palate is juicy, fresh and has good balance with a somewhat bittersweet finish that is attractive and commercial. This is a great expression of fresh and elegant Malbec from Altamira at a very attractive price point. 130,000 bottles produced."Score - 91. (Luis Gutierrez, robertparker.com, April 14, 2015)
Style: Fruity, Juicy & Smooth, Oaky & Savory
Aroma: balsamic drizzled berries, waxy cherries, cocoa nuts, and cedar plank
Flavor: pencil shavings, vanilla craisins, nutskin, and peppery spice
Sweetness: Dryish
Enjoy: Now-3 years with food
Pairing: Steak With Chimichurri, Bone In Ribeye Steak With A White Pepper Demi-Glaze Sauce, Lasagna
Bottom Line: A supple, silky malbec with ample fruit and nice restraint.
