Esk Artisanal Malbec Cabernet Merlot 2022

$19.99

This has to be one of the best priced reds on the market.

Top 12 Gimblett Gravels 2022 Annual Vintage Selection by Andrew Caillard MW 

5 Stars & 96/100 Huon Hooke, The Real Review  

 
"… Generously concentrated wine with abundant cassis, blackberry fruits, chinotto/ cola notes, fine chocolatey/ chalky textures, superb inky density and attractive underlying marzipan vanilla notes, Lovely volume, richness and vigour. Drink 2026 – 2036." 96/100 Andrew Caillard MW (2022 Vintage)

"Deep and bright purple red colour; very attractive sweet blackberry/cassis aromas, with a background of dusty oak and the merest hint of tomato bush. Big, bold and profound in flavour, with great length of carry and ample fine-grained, powdery tannins providing firm but not tough backbone, lovely poise and finish. Great structure and will age superbly. 5 Stars & 96/100 Huon Hooke, The Real Review

"Great colour concentration leading to a bouquet of ripe dark red berry fruits, blackberry and roasted plums, a mix of sweet and bitter chocolate, cacao and baking spices. The wood smoke from use of barrel adds complexity and depth. Dry with an abundance of ripe tannins and plenty of acidity for bite and freshness, Well made, lengthy and delicious with best drinking from day of purchase through 2030." Rated Excellent 93/100 Cameron Douglas MS