2011 Fabre Montmayou Grand Vin Mendoza

A blend of Mostly Malbec with a bit of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot from vineyards planted in 1908 in both Vistalba and Lujan de Cuyo.  A very deep dark colored wine with blackberry, black raspberry fruit and cassis like fruit with a full complement of black licorice, sweet tobacco, bittersweet chocolate, espresso and more, a very complex bouquet of aromas.  Dark and rich berry fruit on the tongue with a firm hand of acidity and quite large in size but has wonderful freshness with layers of dark spices, espresso, violet and a long layered finish, this wine needs time but has everything in the right proportion.  If you like big and fruit driven wines these wines are hard to compare to wines at this price point.  Finish 50+  Most Excellent