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2011 Achaval-Ferrer Mendoza Malbec.
Always my go-to Malbec producer, $28 Cdn, cellared 3 yrs, good cork, 14.5% alc.
Nice medium purple color, no sign of bricking. Some sweet fruit right up front on the nose, hint of oak, spice, black cherry.
Initial entry thought is well balanced, soft tannins, pepper finish but not overly hot. Plum, currants…stylish. “Nice black fruits” from across the table. Has a nice presence but those seeking out their regular overly fruity $12 Malbec might not be able to really enjoy this wines pedigree?