2020 Clos de Los Siete “C7”, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina – JS94, JD93

2020 Clos de Los Siete “C7”, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina – JS94, JD93

$19.95

Description

So many of you have recently been inquiring about Argentine Malbec.  Clos de Los Siete is an iconic red blend from the world’s most famous wine consultant and master blender Michel Rolland.  He and six friends are the owners of this primarily based Malbec blend of 55% Malbec, 16% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Syrah, 3% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc.  The 2020 bottling represents the 22nd vintage of Clos de Los Siete which is sourced from the 3800 foot elevation estate vineyards in Tupangato in the northern Uco Valley at the foot of the Andes Mountains.  Michel Rolland continues to work with over 150 wineries across 13 countries. 

“A pretty profound nose with hints of mineral, wild herbs, violets and asphalt on top of the currants and blackberries. A twist of herbs and cocoa powder. Medium- to full-bodied with a supple, round mid-palate and a juicy, sleek finish. Tannins are soft and really polished. Pleasing, but pretty dry. Nothing sweet here. Beautiful balance. 55% Malbec, 16% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Syrah, 3% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc. Drink or hold.” – 94 points James Suckling

 “A smoking value, the 2020 (55% Malbec, 16% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the rest Syrah, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc) reveals a healthy purple hue as well as darker fruits and a pure, lively bouquet that includes lots of blueberries, spring flowers, leaf herbs, and violets. Nicely textured, medium to full-bodied, and balanced, it drinks as if it cost 2-3 times the price. It should evolve for 4-6 years, and I certainly wouldn’t be surprised to see it evolve longer as well. Drink 2023-2030.” – 93 points Jeb Dunnuck