Perfumes of blackberry and currant follow through to a full-bodied palate, with fine tannins and a long finish. A little tight now, but stylish. Needs time. Best after 2008. 2,540 cases made.
Varietal: Red Blend | Location: Argentina - Mendoza
This outstanding value from Argentina comes from the collaboration of two great wine estates, Barons de Rothschild and Nicolas Catena. Amancaya is a Malbec-Cabernet blend that has more emphasis on the Malbec and has an attractive fruity nature that yields a more attractive wine near term. The Lafite Rothschild connection adds finesse not seen in many wines from Argentina. Received 91 points from Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar .