Showing power and complexity, the voluminous 2013 Achaval Ferrer Finca Bella Vista Malbec starts out with fascination in the aromas—notes of wild strawberries and blueberries, anise and licorice, as well as earth and an accent of leather. Bright, jammy red-berry aromas are gritty and a bit herbal. A fleshy, jammy mouthfeel belies the snappy raspberry and blueberry flavors that follow. A lot of blue-fruit character and herbal notes grace a high-energy, bright finish.
Food Pairing: Beef, venision, cheeses
Varietal: Malbec