Reviews & Ratings

2008 Susana Balbo Rose "Susana Balbo Crios Rose of Malbec"

Winery: Susana Balbo

Vintage: 2008

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Susana Balbo Crios Rose of Malbec"

Wine Category: Rose

Grape blend: 100% Malbec

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Mendoza

State or country: Argentina

Price: $12

Cases produced: 17,000

KWG Score: 87 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: November 1, 2009

Wine Review: If you like dry Rose this wine is a steal! This strawberry colored Rose made from 100% Malbec opens with a fresh cut strawberry bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, and shows not hard edges. The flavor profile is a tasty ripe strawberry flavor. The finish is dry and nicely refreshing. Pair this food refreshing and easy to drink Rose with grilled salmon. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: A beautiful, deep, vibrant rose color. Has a surprising amount of glycerin and body for a rose wine, and beautiful aromas of fresh, ripe wild strawberries. On the palate, the flavors of strawberries and cherries come rushing in, accompanied by some spice notes and a clean, dry finish. This is the wine to serve with warm weather meals when there is a mix of traditional white & red wine foods. Keep one in the fridge at all times and you'll always have a delicious wine to enjoy with light snacks and cheeses. Best consumed in its youth.

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