93 points James Suckling: "Aromas of lavender, crushed blackberry, raspberry, dried herb and mocha. It’s medium-bodied with firm, fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity. Wonderfully juicy with a fragrant, lightly meaty character. 60% Bonarda and 40% malbec. Delicious now. (2/27/21)"
90 points Luis Gutiérrez (Wine Advocate): "The 2018 Patriota is a blend of 60% Bonarda and 40% Malbec from La Consulta in the Valle de Uco in Mendoza with berry fruit and spices, contained ripeness and a medium to full-bodied palate with some dusty tannins. Drink: 2021-2023. (Mar 2021)"
90 points Wine & Spirits: "[$23 list] This is a tarry blend of 60 percent bonarda from Rivadavia, east of Mendoza city, with malbec from Tikal’s Vista Flores vineyard. The average age of the vines is 55 years, producing concentrated fruit with brambly edges.For roast beef. (Oct 2021)"
90 points Luis Gutiérrez (Wine Advocate): "The 2018 Patriota is a blend of 60% Bonarda and 40% Malbec from La Consulta in the Valle de Uco in Mendoza with berry fruit and spices, contained ripeness and a medium to full-bodied palate with some dusty tannins. Drink: 2021-2023. (Mar 2021)"
90 points Wine & Spirits: "[$23 list] This is a tarry blend of 60 percent bonarda from Rivadavia, east of Mendoza city, with malbec from Tikal’s Vista Flores vineyard. The average age of the vines is 55 years, producing concentrated fruit with brambly edges.For roast beef. (Oct 2021)"
| Product SKU | 345625 |
| Producer | Tikal (Ernesto Catena) |
| Country | Argentina |
| Region | Mendoza |
| SubRegion | Uco Valley |
| Varietal | Other Red Blends |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| Blend | 60% Bonarda, 40% Malbec |
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