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Santiago Graffigna 2014
Pedernal Valley, San Juan, ArgentinaSantiago is Graffigna's tribute to the founder of the winery, with foresight to begin the company 140 years ago. This "icon wine" is a selection of vineyards in Pedernal Valley (1400m) and a blend of malbec, cabernet sauvignon and syrah. Eighteen months in new oak barrels (85 percent French, 20 percent American) is easily absorbed by the concentrated, smoothed fruit. Savoury and elegant, plush and smoked dark plum, thorny cassis, anise, graphite, pipe tobacco, dusky violets is framed by grippy and firm tannins, and with elevation-amplified acidity enough to easily lift the density. Bitter and brisk red currants and ample spices tighten the lengthy finish, refreshing for the next glass. Decanted, this is drinking beautifully now, but will easily hold and merge over the next 5-10 years. Well done.Tasted: 05 May 2017Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:| MB | $56.00 | 750ml |
Blend: Malbec - Syrah - Cabernet SauvignonUPC: 852832105497
