96 points James Suckling: "This really builds on the nose with notes of pure blackcurrants, iodine, ink, graphite, crushed stones, flint, morello-cherry essence and licorice. The fresh purity of the fruit that permeates the entire palate is what makes this wine. The tannins are so compact and dialed-in, framing tons of violet and lavender flavors and carrying them long on the finish. 75% malbec and 25% cabernet franc. Drink in 2022. (12/27/18)"
93 points Luis Gutiérrez (Wine Advocate): "[$35 list] There is great purity in the 2016 BenMarco Expresivo. It's floral, ethereal, fresh and complex, and it's still very young and lively in a way that I really like. This year the blend is 75% Malbec and 25% Cabernet Franc, with all the wild herbs and flowers from Gualtallary. It has a vibrant palate, with the varieties nicely integrated and complementing each other. Drink 2018-2023. (Jun 2018)"
93 points Tim Atkin, MW: "Undeniably built to last, with 100% new oak and concentration and structure to spare, this cuvée of Malbec with 25% Cabernet Franc is typical of Gualtallary, all wild herbs and intensity, with serious tannins and a chalky flourish. 2020-30. Alcohol 13.5%."
93 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$35 list] Blackberry and black currant aromas are not overtly oaky despite there being a touch of smoke to the nose. A flush, lush palate is pulpy and cut by lemony oak, while this tastes largely of blackberry, cassis and plum. Nuance and complexity are not highly prominent on this fruit-forward blend of 75% Malbec and 25% Cabernet Franc. Alcohol 13.5%. (Aug 2019)"
93 points Luis Gutiérrez (Wine Advocate): "[$35 list] There is great purity in the 2016 BenMarco Expresivo. It's floral, ethereal, fresh and complex, and it's still very young and lively in a way that I really like. This year the blend is 75% Malbec and 25% Cabernet Franc, with all the wild herbs and flowers from Gualtallary. It has a vibrant palate, with the varieties nicely integrated and complementing each other. Drink 2018-2023. (Jun 2018)"
93 points Tim Atkin, MW: "Undeniably built to last, with 100% new oak and concentration and structure to spare, this cuvée of Malbec with 25% Cabernet Franc is typical of Gualtallary, all wild herbs and intensity, with serious tannins and a chalky flourish. 2020-30. Alcohol 13.5%."
93 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$35 list] Blackberry and black currant aromas are not overtly oaky despite there being a touch of smoke to the nose. A flush, lush palate is pulpy and cut by lemony oak, while this tastes largely of blackberry, cassis and plum. Nuance and complexity are not highly prominent on this fruit-forward blend of 75% Malbec and 25% Cabernet Franc. Alcohol 13.5%. (Aug 2019)"
| Product SKU | 702426 |
| Producer | BenMarco |
| Country | Argentina |
| Region | Mendoza |
| SubRegion | Uco Valley |
| Varietal | Other Red Blends |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| Blend | 75% Malbec and 25% Cabernet Franc |
| ABV | 13.5% |
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