August 31, 2009
Argentina
Malbec 2006 Remolinos Vineyard $19.99 Parker 90 “The portfolio begins with the purple-colored 2006 Malbec Remolinos Vineyard which spent 16 months in French oak, 22% new. The nose offers up smoke, spice box, violet, blueberry, and black cherry leading to a smooth-textured wine with excellent concentration and some elegance. It has plenty of spicy, savory [...]
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August 31, 2009
Argentina
Apartado 2002 $39.99 Parker 91 “Unquestionably the finest wine I’ve tasted from Felipe Rutini over the years, the 2002 Apartado is a blend of 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Malbec, 20% Merlot, and 20% Syrah. Its intense nose displays tar, spices, and loads of black fruits. Medium to full-bodied, it exhibits outstanding depth, concentration, and balance. [...]
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