Marchiori and Barraud Malbec - 2024 (750ml) Kamptal followed by 14 months aging

followed by 14 months aging on the lees prior to release

A modest contrast in this report is this Ramnista versus the Naoussa from Domaine Karydas

this smells young

or yakitori

small notes of iris associated with small touches of blackberry as well as a subtle hint of racy minerality

Marchiori and Barraud Malbec - 2024 (750ml) Kamptal followed by 14 months agingThe 2021 Malbec Mendoza from Lujan de Cuyo and the Uco Valley was 5% aged in inner staves. Purple in hue. The pristine nose presents violets, fresh plum and white pepper. Its indulgent and slightly saline with juicy freshness and an expansive flow. A well balanced, expressive Mendoza Malbec from a cool year. Vinous 91 points