Malbec, 2007 - SOLD OUT
Taste- by Braiden Rex-Johnson, Pacific Northwest
"Variety in Varietals"
May 24, 2009
2007 RiverAerie Cellars Columbia Valley Malbec, $22
Malbec, a grape naive to France, is sourced form a warm site on Washington's Wahluke Slope, which results in a wine "with spicy aromas of black pepper and cardamom, and flavors of bright red plums and black cherries," according to winemaker Ron Bunnell. "Black stone fruit predominates on the mid-palate with firm but friendly tannins and a lingering finish of fresh cherries and spice." Pair with grilled lamb or sockeye salmon with grilled onions and peppers.
Wine Specator
Ranked #15 on the Top Values "Washington Reds $25 or less, 87 points and up" list
June 30, 2009
2007 RiverAerie Cellars Columbia Valley Malbec, $22
Score: 90
Soft and vibrant, with oodles of red and black fruit flavors mingling easily on a ripe, but not heavy, frame. The finish hangs on beautifully. Drink now through 2012. 250 cases made. -H.S.
Wine Spectator
June 30, 2009
2007 RiverAerie Columbia Valley Malbec, $22
Score: 90
Soft and vibrant, with oodles of red and black fruit flavors mingling easily on a ripe, but not heavy, frame. The finish hangs on beautifully. Drink now through 2012. 250 cases made. –HS
- General Acclaim
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