Red

Malbec

Alberti 154

Mendoza · Argentina

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Malbec
Country
Argentina
Region
Mendoza
Appellation
Mendoza
Body
full
Acidity
low
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

grilled red meat · lamb · game meat · aged cheeses

Rated vintages

  • 201185 pts

    Creamy berry and plum aromas register as generic and inoffensive. This is round and full in terms of weight and texture, with herbal, jammy flavors of berry fruits and salt. An herbal, oaky, salty tasting finish is solid but fails to elevate things.

  • 200984 pts

    Opens with sharpness along with red-fruit notes and a hint of vinegar. The palate holds onto that acid-driven feel, and there's saucy, herbal berry and cherry flavors. Finishes on the shallow side, with a pinch of bitterness.

  • 200884 pts

    Early sulfur and rotten-egg aromas are none too attractive, but in the mouth the wine is better. While sweet as sin, the soft, lush palate is a chocolate-lover's dream, and the finish is like mocha ice cream. Low acidity makes the structure sort of weak, but drink it now and tha…

  • 200783 pts

    Aromas of hot pepper flakes, Chinese mustard, leather and red plum are all over the map. The palate is a bit tart and tangy for Malbec, with mid-level berry flavors and a shot of tartness. Not overly ripe or happy, but with touches of quality.