Red

àMaurice Gamache Vineyard Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA))

àMaurice

Columbia Valley (WA) · Columbia Valley · United States

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Malbec
Country
United States
Region
Columbia Valley (WA) · Columbia Valley
Appellation
Columbia Valley (WA)
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Tannin
high
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

carnes grelhadas · cordeiro · carnes de caça · queijos curados · cozinha argentina

Rated vintages

  • 201291 pts

    Aromas of dried herb, clove and plum are fresh. The flavors are supple and reserved, showing a pleasing tension between the fruit and acid that keeps the attention high.

  • 201193 pts

    While this wine starts out a bit reductive, it subsequently explodes with aromas of dried herbs and generous amounts of black pepper. It's palate-coating and mesmerizing in feel, showing a dazzling sense of texture, lightness and richness.

  • 201090 pts

    Single vineyard, 100% varietal Malbec can be spot on, and this succeeds with a balanced flavor profile of mixed berries and earthy tannins. There's a hint of volatility, that quickly blows off. Decanting for an hour or so is advised.