WE Wine Enthusiast: 91 Points
Ripe plums, violets and bay leaf form an inviting nose that's complemented by a dash of dark chocolate. This is a classic Malbec from Mendoza's Primera Zona. A ripe palate offers plum, blackberry and hints of tobacco. Thanks to a smart use of oak the wine preserves freshness and has a balancing acidity lifting up the flavors. Tannins are firm, providing support and a silky texture.
VN Vinous: 92 Points
From Luján de Cuyo and Maipú, the 2018 Malbec Medalla was aged for 18 months in varied use barrels. Presenting the region’s typical profile, the nose features ripe fruit such as prunes and plum jam along with white pepper and hints of balsam over a bed of oak. In the mouth, it’s terse with packaged freshness and fine, soft but substantial tannins, and a lazy, elastic flow before the fruity finish. Drinking window: 2021 - 2033