Reviews & Ratings

2008 Susana Balbo Malbec "Crios"

Winery: Susana Balbo

Vintage: 2008

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Crios"

Wine Category: Malbec

Grape blend: 100% Malbec

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Mendoza

State or country: Argentina

Price: $15

Cases produced: 40,000

KWG Score: 88.3 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: November 22, 2009

Wine Review: This bright ruby colored Malbec is always a Very Good entry level option for this grape. This years vintage opens with a mild cranberry and raspberry bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, and approachable. The flavor profile is a blend of mild black raspberry and red cherry. The finish is dry and its mild tannins linger slightly. Pair this food friendly and easy going Malbec with pork tenderloin. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: The wine has a beautiful reddish/purple color as most good Malbecs do. The aromas are a mix of freshly crushed black cherries and toasty/smoky oak—just enough to frame the exuberant fruit. On the palate, the flavors of cherries and spice are obvious, and the jammy fruit quality just keeps coming on strong, with hints of spice and sandalwood lurking in the background.

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