Tuesday Blind Tastings
Melodias Trapiche Malbec 2017
Mendoza, Argentina
Price: $20
Rating: 92
Source: Casa de Vinos
Description: Medium bodied. Redskins, red cherries, plums and spice on the nose. The palate was ripe and juicy with nice fruit. A drink now style that was very enjoyable.
Tasting date: 21 August 2018
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