Reviews & Ratings

2015 Susana Balbo Argentina & Chile (Red Blends) "Brioso"

Winery: Susana Balbo

Vintage: 2015

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Brioso"

Wine Category: Argentina & Chile (Red Blends)

Grape blend: 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Malbec, 25% Cabernet Franc & 5% Petit Verdot

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Lujan de Cuyo

State or country: Argentina

Price: $45

Cases produced: 1,500

KWG Score: 91.3 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)

Review date: December 9, 2018

Wine Review: This midnight purple colored blend from Argentina opens with a black cherry and licorice bouquet with a hint of musty oak. On the palate, this wine is full bodied, balanced and savory. The flavor profile is stewed plum and black cherry blend with notes of gentle nicely integrated minerality. I also detected hints of mild oak in the background. The finish is dry and its mild tannins and fruit are nicely extended. This wine is food friendly and would pair well with a grilled pork tenderloin. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: Deep, brooding and intense garnet color with deep aromas of black currants framed by light French oak. Big, lush and concentrated with a core of red and black currant fruit. It has a range of layered flavors including dark chocolate, tobacco and cedar leading into a long finish.

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