98 points James Suckling: "Incredible depth of aromas of black mushrooms, wet earth, and dark fruits. Full body, super silky tannins and a refined finish. It lasts for minutes on the palate. A thought-provoking wine that makes you think. Glorious. Drink now or hold for ages. (5/20/16)"
95 points Decanter: "Rich in floral and herbal notes, this blend of Cabernet Franc plus 15% Malbec moves towards tobacco leaf and earthy notes. Medium body, firm and tight, this is the wine you need for a slow-cooked meat. Drink: 2017-2020. Alcohol 13.9%. (Apr 2017)"
94+ points Stephen Tanzer (Vinous): "(from vines planted on limestone soil at a density of 12,000 to the hectare; the limestone here absorbs water and thus protects the vines against hydric stress while the vegetative growth provided by the high vine density creates shade that protects the clusters; the wine's 10% Malbec is co-fermented): Bright ruby-red. Pungent yet reticent aromas of blueberry, flowers, mint and smoky minerality. Wonderfully tactile, creamy and deep but with its chewy, sweet mid-palate energized by strong acidity and piquant notes of flowers, pepper and salty crushed-stone minerality. Finishes very smooth and extremely long, with suave, firm, thoroughly ripe tannins coated in fruit and saline extract (the actual level of dry extract here is a very high 36 grams per liter, according to Vigil). This extremely youthful, primary wine is still in diapers and will require patience. An extraordinary Argentine Cabernet Franc. Drink: 2019-2027. (Mar 2016)"
Product SKU | 701341 |
Producer | Aleanna |
Country | Argentina |
Region | Mendoza |
SubRegion | Uco Valley |
Varietal | Cabernet Franc |
Vintage | 2012 |
Size | 750ml |
Color | Red |
Blend | 90% Cabernet Franc, 10% Malbec |
ABV | 13.0% |
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