2010 Zolo Gaucho Select Malbec Mendoza Argentina

Published January 16, 2012 Uncategorized 2 Comments

I haven’t had Malbec in a while, so I thought this bottle from Mendoza would be a good one to try. When I first poured it, the deep purple color indicated that this is a young wine, no surprise given the vintage. I smell blackberries and toast, and on the nose this definitely smells more tart than ripe. The finish reminded me of the skin on a plum, and the tartness lingers – like drinking cranberry juice. This does not have big tannins, but I still think this wine is not very approachable on its own and needs cheese or a light snack to pair with. I am not sure if this is not ripe enough for my taste, or too young. I’d like to try another 2010 Malbec from Mendoza to see if it is more palatable.

$15/bottle

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1 Sean Antoniello January 17, 2012 at 1:09 pm

If you get a chance to try the Granata Malbec 2010, a few $ less, I’d love to know your opinion! Thanks.

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2 CherylB February 1, 2012 at 10:58 pm

Thanks Sean! If I can find it here on the west coast, I will be sure to pick it up and try it!

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