How did this topic get so buried? In my dotage I seldom try new stuff. To the best of my remembrance never had I assayed an Argentine Malbec. But on a friends suggestion I picked up a bottle of Gascon.* I didn't pour it down the drain, despite it being vile. The taste was of wood and bitter chocolate. Nice if enjoying bitter chocolate. Not so nice in wine. At least not in my glass.
Tonight, a bottle of Pheasant's Tears 2008 Saperavi. I obtained a case and I'm so glad I did.
*She is still my friend. What she recommended was Argentine Malbec, not necessarily Gascon.
Edit: but I shall speak with her.
