2020 Bodega Chakana Estate Selection Malbec [V93][WA90]

Producer: Bodega Chakana  Region: Mendoza, Argentina   Varietal: Malbec  Year: 2020  Vinous, 93 Points  "The 2020 Malbec Chakana Estate Selection (from Paraje Altamira & Gualtallary, Uco Valley) was a third aged in used barrels and a third in foudres. A mild purple hue. The nose presents gentle notes of fresh plum, violets and hints of thyme over a pleasant bed of oak. Indulgent with slightly reactive tannins, the flow is juicy and fairly compact."  Wine Advocate, 90 Points  "2020 was a warm and dry year with ripe grapes, but they managed to keep the 2020 Estate Selection Malbec quite balanced and fresh. It has a fruit-driven profile with clean fruit and some fine tannins. This matured in neutral and larger oak containers for 12 months."  Winemaker Notes:  "The color is deep purple, very intense, typical of Malbec. Plum, brambly berries, spices and an iris/violet note are apparent on the nose. Intense, fruity flavors with velvety tannins."  Alcohol: 14.5%  Biodynamic and