Sunday, April 13, 2014

Tasting: Cupcake Vineyards Malbec


Name:  Cupcake Vineyards
Variety: Malbec
Region: Mendoza
Country: Argentina
Year: Unknown
Price: $11.00

Winery Review: “Discover the allure of Argentina with a deep, delectable Malbec from Mendoza. A heady, yet dry nose of blueberries and leather opens up to a palate of intense chocolate, mocha and plums. A soft velvety texture and hint of spice leads to a finishing note of toasted oak. We carefully select the best fruit from our Mendoza vineyards, picking dark and delicious berries that mature gradually and gracefully. Rooted in stony alluvial soil, the grapes are harvested, gently crushed and left to ferment slowly with extra skin contact. Aging in oak barrels results in a full, soft, intense and rich Malbec.”

Personal Review: This wine had a distinct cherry and plum aroma to it. After tasting this wine, I did not discover any of the notes the winery mentioned in their review. To me it tasted very bitter and watered down. Although this wine was smooth, it was not your typical Malbec that I am used to drinking. It was not spicy or peppery like most I have had in the past. While I did not drink this wine with food, I am not interested in trying it again as it was just too bitter and watery. 

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