Name: Weinert Carascal
Variety: Blend of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot
Region: Argentina
Country: Argentina
Year: 2008
Price: $13.95
Winery Review: "Aged for two years in cask, the 2008 Carrascal is a blend of 40% Malbec, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Merlot. It has a rustic blackberry, scorched earth and leather-scented bouquet with touches of pressed flowers. The palate is well-balanced with crisp tannins, expressive black tarry fruit and a Bordeaux-like finish. Drink now - 2016"
My Review: This red had a nose that hinted of wood chips, pumpkin, apricot, and leaves. The palate, like the nose, had distinct, earthy tones of top soil and oak. There was also a fruit component of prunes, black cherry, and a touch of blueberries. The surface texture was of suede and had a short finish with complex tannins. It was a solid red that would pair nicely with beef and broccoli, blackberry pie, or chocolate covered raisins.
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