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2019 Chakana Estate Malbec - 91 PTS - JS

james suckling hq logo plain"Fragrant aromas of violets, lavender, wild herbs, blueberries and citrus zest. It’s medium-bodied with fine, tight-grained tannins and bright acidity. Juicy and floral. Drink now."

- James Suckling (March 2021), 91 pts

2019 Chakana Estate Malbec - 93 PTS - DWWA

decanter silver 2021"Ethereal nose with high class aromas of cigar box, smoke and dried fruits. Beautiful palate power with fantastic elegance."


- Decanter World Wine Awards 2021, 93 pts - Silver Medal

 

2019 Chakana Estate Malbec - 94 PTS - VINOUS

vinous logo"The 2019 Malbec Estate Selection from Uco Valley offers precise and attractive notes of fresh, sour cherry, plum and hints of lavender, violet and thyme. On the palate, it is a mix of flavors framed by fine, reactive tannins. Finishes juicy, with well-integrated freshness and fruity flavors - Joaquín Hidalgo"
- Antonio Galloni's Vinous (October 2021), 94 pts

2019 Chakana Estate Malbec - 94 PTS - VINOUS #2

vinous logo"The 2019 Malbec Estate Selection is a combination of grapes from different GIs in the Uco Valley (55% Altamira, 25% Gualtallary and 20% Los Chacayes,) of which 70% is aged in used French barrels. A vivid violet in color. The nose offers precise and attractive notes of fresh, sour cherry and plum with expressive hints of lavender, violet and thyme. The ripeness of the grapes in each region was judged perfectly for the style. In the mouth, it is a compendium of flavors gently marshalled by fine, reactive tannins and a chalky texture that ensures good performance in the bottle. With juicy, well-integrated freshness and fruity flavor at the back of the mouth, this is a wine that has you reaching for another glass. An accomplished take on an Uco Valley Malbec. - Joaquín Hidalgo"

- Antonio Galloni's Vinous (November 2021), 94 pts

2020 Chakana Estate Malbec - 93 PTS - TA

tim atkin logo 250"Combining grapes from Paraje Altamira and Los Chacayes, this pure Malbec is a classically perfumed Uco Valley red, showing fine tannins, nuanced oak, red cherry and blackberry fruit and a chalky frisson. Engagingly graceful and refined. 2023-30"

- Tim Atkin (2022 Argentina Special Report), 93 pts

2020 Chakana Estate Malbec - 93 PTS - VINOUS

vinous logo"The 2020 Malbec Chakana Estate Selection (from Paraje Altamira & Gualtallary, Uco Valley) was a third aged in used barrels and a third in foudres. A mild purple hue. The nose presents gentle notes of fresh plum, violets and hints of thyme over a pleasant bed of oak. Indulgent with slightly reactive tannins, the flow is juicy and fairly compact. - Joaquin HIDALGO"
- Vinous (September 2022), 93 pts