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Score 91/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, Mar 2013

Saturated, deep ruby-red. Sexy, syrah-like aromas of raspberry, blackberry, blueberry and game. Dense, silky and sweet, with harmonious acidity giving clarity to the fine-grained dark berry, violet and game flavors. With aeration, redder fruits emerged. Finishes long and perfumed, with tannins dusting the front teeth. Already boasts superb appeal, but this has the constitution and balance to evolve gracefully in bottle.

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92
92/100

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91
91/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

92
92/100

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate

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92 points
Neal Martin, Wine Advocate
Score 92/100 · Drink 2012-2018, Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, Oct 2012

The 2011 Chakana Estate Selection Malbec comes from Uco and Lujan de Cuyo and is aged for 12 months in French oak (30% new). Tasted twice, it has a delightful bouquet with crisp red cherry, strawberry and vanilla scents that are beautifully defined. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, supple tannins and crisp acidity. It is harmonious and focused, with caressing vibrant red berry fruit on the bright, classy finish. This is a sophisticated Malbec: feminine and seductive. Drink now-2018. Importer: Kysela Pere & Fils, Winchester, VA; tel. (540) 722-0228

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Chakana Estate
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Malbec/Auxerrois/Cot

Colour

Red

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Dry

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