Mendoza Bonarda

This was a pop and pour and worse for it. Somewhat stinky with a slightly reduced, tank note that was slightly banr yardy. Could improve with air...I also liked the label on the single vineyard Bonarda better 😉

This instantly reminded me about the Charbono I drank about a month ago. Well, little did I know that Argentina Bonarda is Charbono in the U.S.
Stewed black fruits, raspberry, licorice, allspice, subtle bell pepper and hint of violet. Quite masculine on the palate, but viscous and ultra smooth. Juicy acidity provides firm spin. The tannins are still quite formidable.
Argentina Bonarda is genetically identical to Douce Noir from Savoie. In Italy, Bonarda refers to a group of varieties.

Big Bonarda fan here & wasn't disappointed with this. Rich black color, packed with forest berries & coffee beans.

Silky as a legitimate member of the Catena famíily. Black fruit, cinnamon, pepper on the palate. Aciditiy and tannins well balanced.

Last of the 3 bottles. Still going strong and will have another 4-5 years of drinking window easy. Prior notes applied.

Very smooth, 90% cab franc and 10% Malbec.

Tasty dark cherry, earthy, rich.

Wow that's his was a beautiful franc that paired so well with beef. Smooth and full body.

Condensed fruit

Tobacco. Old world.