Trivento Golden Reserve Malbec 2018

 Fresh and fragrant nose of lavander, balsamic, plums, thyme, black pepper and sweet black cherries. Nice crunchy graphite texture, with a lovely core of fruit concentration supported by a lively acidity. Smart and delicious.

Aromas and flavors of tar, blackberries and raspberries. Full body, soft and round tannins and a flavorful finish. Rich, punchy wine, but not overdone.

The dark and impressive 2018 Golden Reserve Malbec aged in oak, mostly in used barriques, but 10% of the volume was in French oak foudres for 12 months. It's varietal with notes of violets and black cherries, juicy and hedonistic, primary and elegant, quite drinkable and less powerful than anticipated based on the color.

A structured red, with fine-grained tannins backing the mincemeat and dried berry flavors. Notes of paprika mid palate lead to cigar box accents on the finish.