Most definitely not my regular drop. Bright medium ruby colored, similar to a Cali Petite Sirah–and inky too. Nose of clean red cherries and red currant. The palate shows off a very velvety lush mix of red fruit, soil, and sunlight. Great bright red cherries, blueberry compote, Chinese apples, some menthol, some tar, some earth, some flowers. A very complete, powerful and precise mouthfeel with the gobby fruit really showcasing. Tannins seem a bit awkward, but not negative. A wonderful balance and long length.
Nice welcoming acidity that will hold up to my pulled pork sandwiches at dinner time just right. The price was right too. $11.99
Super QPR, and a new trick for this old dog.
Bonarda is a grape that was widely planted in Argentina before Malbec stole the show, but was mostly used for unexciting bulk wine. While many winemakers ruthlessly pulled up all their Bonarda to make room for the Malbec boom, a few forward-thinkers like the Durigutti brothers (creators of this bottling), decided to work on crafting great wine from their beloved Bonarda grape as well. Slightly lighter and juicier than Malbec, Bonarda is easy-drinking, mellow and food-friendly…and just may be the next “big thing” out of Argentina.