Slightly carbonic and gassy at first, with huge candied fruit aromas. But quickly the wine settles, and out comes sweet blackberry flavors and some gumminess. It’s a chunky, easy wine with medium tannins and modest plushness, which is something you shouldn’t necessarily expect from a value-positioned wine. Short on the finish, but plump and buttery.——M.S.(12/31/2008)—— 85

Solid, ripe and smooth on the nose, then red cherry and raspberry come forward on the zesty, tangy palate. The finish is long and healthy, but a bit monotone in its delivery. Freshness and pop are not lacking in this young Malbec.——M.S.(10/1/2007)—— 86