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