2012 Chakana - Red Estate Blend

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Score 16.5/20 · Drink 2014-2020, Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com, Nov 2013

60% Malbec, 20% Syrah, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. Rich, dense, but has some attractive nuance too – a certain leafy touch. Firm structure gives a serious, grippy finish. (RH)

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95
95/100

Robert Parker

17
17/20

Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com

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95 points
Robert Parker
Score 95/100 · Drink 2013-2023, Robert Parker, Aug 2013

The 2012 Estate Red is a blend of 60% Malbec, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Shiraz aged 10 months in 100% new French oak. This killer red comes from Chakana-s two well-placed vineyards in southern Mendoza, Agrelo and Alta Mira. Aromas of flowers, blackberries, camphor, forest floor and subtle new oak emerge from this full-bodied, textured, opulent blockbuster. Extremely pure and rich, this bargain-priced Malbec should drink well for 6-10+ years. If this were a Napa Valley or Bordeaux red, it would undoubtedly be priced between $150.00-200.00. Well-known in these pages, Fran Kysela runs a surprisingly large volume import business with a strong focus on value-priced wines from Southern France, Argentina, Australia, and Spain. Importer: Fran Kysela, 331 Victory Rd., Winchester, VA; tel. (540) 722-9228; fax (540) 722-9258

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Chakana
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Red

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