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Sottano Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

Bodega

Range

Wine

Vintage

Origin

Price

Sottano

n/a

Cabernet Sauvignon

2005

Agrelo, Mendoza

AR$25 (US$8)

Appearance

Bright scarlet with ruby hues.

Nose

Caramel, mocha and burnt toast, with blackcurrants and blackberry jam.

Palate

Medium bodied. Blackcurrant and blackberry preserves dominate, with some cedar-like mildly spicy wood. Hints of honeycomb bitter-sweetness, or perhaps honey with burnt caramel. Soft mouthfeel and gentle acidity, with an average finish.

Overall

An interesting and attractive nose, followed by a pleasant mouthfull. Side by side with the same bodega's Malbec, it's clear that this wine benefitted from better quality fruit. Compared to others on the market though, arguably AR$5 or more overpriced.

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(December 06)