Tokaji Harslevelu

Saint emilion

Zin

Chard

textbook Malbec stuck in mediocrity

Varietal: Malbec 

Geographical indication: Argentina, Mendoza, Lujan de Cuyo

Vintage: 2008

Producer: Familia Mayol Bonarda

Alcohol: 14.5%

Tasted at: Irving Vintage Wine Tasting (Groupon)  

Date tasted: 05/24/2010  

Price: ~$16

- Appearance is clear, of ruby color, and medium intensity. The legs are slim and long. They support the stated alcohol content.
- Nose is clean and fully developed. The medium aromatic intensity is exclusively that of blackberry, and oaky spiciness.
- Dry, low acidity, medium alcohol, and medium plus tannins form a medium plus body. On the palate flavor intensity is medium plus and texture is velvety. There is black fruit and spice on the attack, and notes of pepper and the feel of smooth tannins on the finish. The medium plus length tails off with a tingling sensation on the tongue.
- In conclusion this is a good textbook Malbec. There is nothing that makes it stand out, as well as nothing that readily faults it. As for value, this is a mediocre wine for the mulah. It is ready to drink with meaty non-poultry dishes, but can develop for another year.