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Monday, January 10, 2011

Chakana , Malbec Reserve 2008, a 90 points malbec but...





Chakana, Malbec Reserve 2008, By Andean Wines, USD 12

Good Malbec labled from Agrelo District, Lujan de Cuyo, mendoza. Very ripe black berries and currants with less noticeable red fruits. A little bit alcoholic so probably better a bit cooler. Nice acidity and hints of spicies like green peppercorn and a minty edge. Good chocolate and smoke from oak. Quite complex. Probably better at 6-8 years old if tannins hold up (wich I honestly doubt). I´d say a very good value with 90 points malbec. It might go great value if more matured.

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