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ARGENTINA

MALBEC

94 Colomé 2017 Altura Máxima Malbec (Salta). Black olive, plum, herbs and salt shape the nose of this high-altitude red. The palate shows honest fruit flavors with almost no trace of oak masking the varietal expression. This is a 100% Malbec with a slightly mineral character. Blackberry, plum, and peppery spices are backed by vibrant acidity and firm silky tannins. It has a delicious lingering finish with black fruit in the aftertaste. Folio Fine Wine Partners. —J.V.

abv: 15.5% Price: $150

Great complexity on the nose with enticing floral, blackberry, plum and subtle oak notes. This red is concentrated and lively with firm and silky tannins. The palate delivers plenty of dark fruit flavors with hints of smoke and nice acidity due to a smart use of oak. It is an elegant full-bodied wine made from 100 year old vines, and has

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