Reviews & Ratings

2012 Susana Balbo Malbec "BenMarco"

Winery: Susana Balbo

Vintage: 2012

Wine Name/Vineyard: "BenMarco"

Wine Category: Malbec

Grape blend: 95% Malbec & 5% Bonarda

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Mendoza

State or country: Argentina

Price: $20

Cases produced: 30,000

KWG Score: 90.4 (based on 5 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: August 2, 2014

Wine Review: This opaque and midnight blue colored Malbec opens with blueberry and mild black cherry bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced and savory. The flavor profile is a mineral infused black plum with notes of old oak with hints of black licorice. The finish is dry and its flavors subtly drift away. This wine would pair well with Angus burgers. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Beautiful deep purple color with perfumed aromas of ripe red fruits and roasted coffee beans. It is lush, fullbodied and penetrating on the palate with loads of chewy, currant jam flavors, bright acidity, and a touch of grip on the almost savory finish. This wine really unfolds with some air so try not to slurp it down in a rush, and it shows why the Argentine people are in love with Malbec. Some Bonarda was blended in for greater complexity and to achieve better balance. Pairs well with a wide range of foods including beef, sausages, spiced or grilled pork, veal, medium-strong cheeses, and meat-based pasta sauces.

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