CATALOGUE ALBERTA 2016
CATALOGUE WINTER 2016 ABOUT UNIVINS & SPIRITS Univins & Spirits is a Canada-wide wine and spirits agency firmly established all across the country. The agency leverages its 25 years of know-how and its extensive national and international network to deploy the brands it represents with great success. The company is based in Montreal and has representatives and regional offices in many provinces. It generates annual retail sales of $170 million. Visit us at univins.ca ALLOCATIONS OF PRODUCT Allocations will be held for a maximum of two weeks. Please contact your representative for extended time. CHILE Vina Ventisquero - Colchagua Valley p. 1 FRANCE Domaine de la Chapelle - Burgundy p.1 Domaine Taupenot-Merme - Burgundy p. 1 Champagne Devaux - Champagne p. 1-2 Terres Dorées Jean-Paul Brun - Beaujolais p. 2-3 Domaine de Gournier - Languedoc-Roussillon p. 3 Vignobles Quiot - p. 3-4 Château Lecusse - Sud Ouest p. 5 Union des Producteurs Plaimont - Sud Ouest p. 5 Castel & Frères - Languedoc-Roussillon p. 5 EARL Granier Cellier du Mas Montel - Languedoc-Roussillon p. 5 LUXEMBOURG Bernard Massard p. 5 ITALY Poggio Antico - Tuscany p. 6 Umberto Cesari - Emilia Romagna p. 6 Il Marroneto - Montalcino p. 6 Cantine Volpi - Abbruzzo p. 7 SPAIN Familia Martinez Bujanda - Castilla la Mancha p.7 Bodega Los Aljibes - Castilla la Mancha p.7-8 PORTUGAL Quinta das Arcas - Vinho Verde p. 8 Vinho Verde Wines - Vinho Verde p. 8 Casa de Oleiros - Vinho Verde p. 8 Ponte de Barca - Vinho Verde p. 8 Caves Messias - p. 8-10 ROMANIA S.E.R.V.E. Négociant Francais - Dealu Mare p. 10 UNITED STATES Buena Vista Winery - California p. 10-11 ARGENTINA Vaglio Wines p. 11 UNIVINS AND SPIRITS
CHILE - VINA VENTISQUERO 729721 ROOT:1 SAUVIGNON BLANC 2014 Colchagua Valley Sauvignon Blanc 12x750 ml 87 pts Transcending a challenging vintage, this Sauvignon stands out for its tension and grip. The herbal flavors gain prominence as the wine takes on air. Refreshing. Wine and Spirits, February 2014 77941 ROOT:1 CARMÉNÈRE Colchagua Valley Carménère 12x750 ml - 729009 ROOT:1 CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2012 Colchagua Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah 12x750 ml 95 pts From ungrafted vines of original European rootstock that have never been blighted by phylloxera; bold, rich varietal aromas and flavors in a ripe, mouth-filling, and easy-to-enjoy style; richness, quality and value. Beverage Dynamics October 2014 750674 VERTICE 2011 Central Valley Carménère, Syrah - 777975 GREY CHARDONNAY Casablanca Valley - 847814 GREY CARMÉNÈRE 2012 Maipo Valley Carménère 12x750 ml - FRANCE - DOMAINE DE LA CHAPELLE 749457 POUILLY-FUISSÉ VIEILLES VIGNES Burgundy Wet stone, orange, pear and lees on the nose, with a subtle floral note gaining strength in the glass. Suavely blends energy and depth, finishing with a strong echo of orange peel. 91 pts S. Tanzer 93 pts 2011 Wine Advocate FRANCE - DOMAINE TAUPENOT-MERNE 729029 BOURGOGNE ROUGE 2011 Burgundy Pinot Noir Supple and generous with expressive aromas of red fruit, its overall intensity reflects its Côte de Nuits provenance. FRANCE - CHAMPAGNE VEUVE A. DEVAUX AVAILABLE BY SPECIAL OFFER ONLY 728979 759054 GRANDE RÉSERVE Champagne Pinot Noir, 3x1.5L Beautifully made. Very firm, yet balanced by dense flavors, with a long, ingering finish. Tastes like a lot of here. Wine Spectator 88 pts Wine Spectator UPDATE: 21/03/16 UNIVINS AND SPIRITS 1
FRANCE - CHAMPAGNE VEUVE A. DEVAUX AVAILABLE BY SPECIAL OFFER ONLY 728980 759055 CUVÉE D Champagne Pinot Noir, 3x1.5L Round and creamy with a frothy mouth-feel; has fresh apple and white pepper flavors and a toasty finish. 90 pts Wine Spectator 729861 BLANC DE NOIRS Champagne Pinot Noir Fat, rich, juicy Pinot Noir fruit held together by excellent acids. Best enjoyed when young. Decanter / Decanter 737597 CUVÉE ROSÉE Champagne Pinot Noir, Complex and delicate nose, reminiscent of summer red berries. The palate is rounded, yet fresh, reflecting the fruitiness on the nose. 752070 ULTRA D LE ROSÉE Champagne Pinot Noir, Decanter / Ronn Wiegand - USA Champagner Handbuch - G.Eichelmann - Germany 92 pts Tanzer 745592 CUVÉE ULTRA D Champagne Pinot Noir, Elegant, round lime fruit nose; lifted freshness on the palate, real pedigree. Lime and wild strawberry flavors, lovely persistence. Fresh aromas with minerality moving to dried fruits, spices and saline notes. Gold medal Decanter World Wine Awards / 91 pts Tanzer Ronn Wiegand USA 737598 D DE DEVAUX 2006 Champagne Pinot Noir, Peach and buttery notes emerge from this elegant nose. Summer fruits follow on the palate, with a long slightly roasted finish. FRANCE - TERRES-DORÉES JEAN-PAUL BRUN 741807 BEAUJOLAIS BLANC CLASSIC 2014 Beaujolais Is full of pure, ripe Persian melon and apple; soft and rich though lacking in the brightness or mineral dimension that most vintages characterize this cuvee; and finishes simply but with sappy, juicy profusion. Parker 2009 92 pts Wine Enthusiast 2011 vintage 762451 CREMANT DE BOUR- GOGNE EXTRA BRUT BLANC DE BLANC 2012 Beaujolais - 762449 BEAUJOLAIS BLANC FUT DE CHÊNES 2012 Beaujolais - 762452 MORGON TERRES DOREES Beaujolais Gamay - UPDATE: 21/03/16 UNIVINS AND SPIRITS 2
FRANCE - TERRES-DORÉES JEAN-PAUL BRUN 762455 TERRES DOREES MARC DE BEAUJOLAIS Beaujolais Gamay - 741808 BEAUJOLAIS L ANCIEN Beaujolais Gamay Brun s 2009 Beaujolais L Ancien Vieilles Vignes is once again a model of its appellation, with brightness and lift, tartly refreshing yet ripe cherry and blackberry fruit. Parker / 90 pts Parker 2009 741809 CÔTE DE BROUILLY Beaujolais Gamay Wild ferment, very low sulfur dioxide levels. Wonderful nose of floral red cherry fruit with a sappy, herby edge and some sweet raspberry notes. Lovely perfume. The palate is very fresh with pure, grippy raspberry fruit. Nice freshness and detail. Incredibly drinkable with no excess weight: lean and pure. / 92 Pts, Jamie Goode, Dec 9, 2014 741821 MOULIN À VENT Beaujolais Gamay Elderberry, blueberry, and marrow rich beef stock dominate Brun s 2009 Moulin-a-Vent Brown spice, fruit seeds, rose hip, and chalky, somehow ore-like,stony impingements make for a vivid sort of complexity, informing a finish of vibrant, interactive intensity. Parker / 92 pts Parker 2009 FRANCE - DOMAINE DE GOURNIER 730387 DOMAINE DE GOURNIER VIOGNIER 2014 Languedoc- Roussillon Viognier - 464602 DOMAINE DE GOURNIER ROSÉ 2014 Languedoc- Roussillon Mourvèdre, Grenache, Syrah, Cabernet Sauv. - FRANCE - VIGNOBLES JÉRÔME QUIOT 766127 DOMAINE DU VIEUX LAZARET CHÂTEAUNEUF DU PAPE BLANC 2012 Bourboulenc, Clairette, Roussanne, Grenache Blanc - 728990 CHÂTEAU DU TRIGNON GIGONDAS 2010 Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault Firm and focused, with black tea, dried plum, raspberry and fruitcake notes backed by a perfumy, minerally finish. Long and sinewy, with the flesh in reserve. Drink now through 2016. 91 pts Wine Spectator Decanter / 91 pts S. Tanzer 728995 CHÂTEAU DE TRIGNON CÔTES DU RHÔNE Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah Fresh and primal, with grape and cherry fruit pushed by a layer of sweet toast. Good, fleshy finish. Drink now. 87 pts Wine Spectator UPDATE: 21/03/16 UNIVINS AND SPIRITS 3
FRANCE - VIGNOBLES JÉRÔME QUIOT 728991 DOMAINE DUCLAUX CHÂTEAUNEUF DU PAPE 2009 Grenache, Mourvèdre 91 pts Wine Advocate / 89 pts Wine Spectator / 89 pts S. Tanzer / 89 pts Parker 737596 CHÂTEAU DE TRIGNON CÔTES DU RHÔNE ROUSSANNE 2014 Roussanne Plump, with a pleasant hint of citrus peel to the white peach, green melon and acacia notes. Fresh finish. Drink now. 400 cases made. Wine Spectator 89 pts Wine Spectator / 90 pts Wine Enthusiast 728993 DOMAINE DU VIEUX LAZARET CÔTES DE VENTOUX Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Carignan Notes of red currant and raspberry, silky tannin and a supple mouth feel. Fruit is estate grown. 728994 DOMAINE DU VIEUX LAZARET CHÂTEAUNEUF DU PAPE CUVÉE EXCEPTIONELLE 2010 Grenache, Syrah, Counoise Earth, pepper, and deep fruit concentration in addition to roasted meats and spices jump from the glass and flavors of the dark ruby/plum-colored 2004. 93 pts Wine Advocate 969733 DOMAINE DU VIEUX LAZARET CHÂTEAUNEUF DU PAPE 2012 Cinsault, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah With a traditional feel, this wonderfully complex, fleshy and slightly lactic southern Rhone blend offers a great deal of bang for your buck. A compelling, slightly lactic note offers a dimension of complexity. The palate is a little less full and fleshy, in an appealing way, than the norm but exhibits good complexity and balance. 90 pts Sara d Amato, WineAlign, 2015-11-16 738566 DOMAINE HOUCHART CÔTES DE PROVENCE ROUGE Provence Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Cab.-Sauv. The nose expresses strong aromas of small red fruits (raspberries), flower (violet) with underlined with notes of spices (pepper, cinnamon). The palate has a nice attack, the tannins are present and soft, revealing a fine length. 738567 DOMAINE HOUCHART CÔTES DE PROVENCE BLANC 2014 Provence Clairette, Rolle 87 pts This perfumed wine is rich, full in the mouth while keeping plenty of fresh, crispcitrus and pear flavors. USA, Wine Enthusiast, 2014-05-13 738568 DOMAINE HOUCHART COTES DE PROVENCE ROSÉ 2014 Provence Cab.-Sauv., Syrah Carignan, Grenache, 88 pts This lively, crisp wine gives both intense acidity and great fruitiness. It s bright, with a line of fresh red currant flavors that are delicious and drinkable right now. USA, Wine Enthusiast, 2015-05-11 UPDATE: 21/03/16 UNIVINS AND SPIRITS 4
FRANCE - CHÂTEAU LECUSSE 765807 CHÂTEAU LECUSSE CUVÉE SPÉCIALE 2012 Sud-Ouest Fer Servadou, Duras, Syrah, Gamay, Merlot, Cab. Sauvignon 750ml - FRANCE - UNION DES PRODUCTEURS PLAIMONT 758586 VIGNES RETROUVÉES BLANC Sud-Ouest Gros Manseng, Arrufiac, Petit Courbu The traditional grapes, Gros Manseng, Arrufiac and Petit Courbu give a fresh, vibrant and aromatic wine with an explosive bouquet of citrus and stone fruit flavours. 764759 VIGNES RETROUVÉES ROUGE 2012 Sud-Ouest Tannat, Pinenc, Cabernet Sauvignon - 758588 MAESTRIA 2010 Sud-Ouest Tannat, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon Harvested after a strict selection process, and vinified with precision, it reveals an elegant and fresh bouquet (blackcurrant, blackberry) followed by a wonderfully generous palate and notes of dark fruit and sweet spices. FRANCE - CASTEL & FRÈRES 758514 CASTEL SANS FAÇON Languedoc- Roussillon Cabernet-sauvignon, Syrah - FRANCE - EARL GRANIER CELLIER DU MAS MONTEL 765154 MAS GRANIER LES MARNES 2011 Languedoc- Roussillon Roussanne, Viognier, Grenache blanc - LUXEMBOURG - BERNARD MASSARD AVAILABLE BY SPECIAL OFFER ONLY 95158 CUVÉE DE L ÉCUSSON BRUT -, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir, Riesling Typical citrus, pear, grilled almonds aromas and its brioche-buttery notes. The vivacious Cuvée de l Ecusson is a top-quality wine that will delightfully accompany your aperitifs, parties and cheerful events. 756886 CUVÉE DE L ÉCUSSON ROSÉ - Pinot Noir This vibrant and juicy rosé offers a beautiful, limpid and shimmering colour. Made of the best Pinot Noirs, this delightful Cuvée unveils persistent small red fruit berries and red apple aromas with just enough minerality. UPDATE: 21/03/16 UNIVINS AND SPIRITS 5
ITALY - POGGIO ANTICO 758499 758502 BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO RISERVA 2006 / 2007 Tuscany Sangiovese 06 94 pts Wine Advocate / 93 pts Wine Enthusiast / 93 pts S. Tanzer, 94 pts J. Suckling / 18 pts J. Robinson 07 95 pts Wine Enthusiast 758495 758497 758494 ALTERO 2007 2008 2004 Tuscany Sangiovese This is the best wine ever from Poggio Antico. Aromas of blackberries and flowers follow through to a full bod with ultra fine tannins and a polished tannin mouth-fill. 98 pts James Suckling #2 top 10, 2012. 95 pts Wine Advocate / 93 pts Wine Enthusiast / 94 pts S. Tanzer ITALY - UMBERTO CESARI 927707 LIANO 2012 Emilia- Romagna Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon Vanillin, ripe red fruit and spice aromas on a generous frame. #1 selling wine in Quebec over $25! International Wine Challenge Gold Medal 2006 International Wine and Spirit Competition Bronze Medal 2006 88 pts Wine Enthusiast 768679 SANGIOVESE RESERVA 2012 Emilia- Romagna Sangiovese Bronze medal - Decanter 2015, Italy 757770 IOVE Emilia- Romagna, Pinot Grigio Silver medal - Selection Mondiales des Vins Canada 2014 757771 IOVE Emilia- Romagna Sangiovese, Merlot Bronze medal - Decanter, Italy ITALY - IL MARRONETO 775188 BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO SELEZIONE MADONNA 2009 Montalcino Sangiovese 91 pts - Wine Advocate, Feb 2014 100 pts (2010 vintage) - erobertparker.com, Feb 2015 Drink: 2017-2035 775190 BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2008, 2009, 2010 Montalcino Sangiovese 2010 vintage: 95 pts, erobertparker.com, Feb 2015 / Drink: 2016-2028 2009 vintage: 90 pts, Wine Spectator, Web Only, 2014 2008 vintage: 92 pts, erobertparker.com, Jun UPDATE: 21/03/16 UNIVINS AND SPIRITS 6
ITALY - CANTINE VOLPI 745717 MONREGALE MONTEPULCIANO D ABRUZZO 2014 Abruzzes Montepulciano d abruzzo 750ml Fruity style dry red with soft and easy-going tannins, nice balanced acidity. Well balanced and a great value every-day red. 100% Organic SPAIN - BODEGAS MARTINEZ BUJANDA 758459 FINCA MONTEPEDROSO RUEDA 2012 Rueda Verdejo Velvety and silky entry developing to great volume and structure. The balanced acidity gives freshness and nerve. 758460 CANDIDATO TEMPRANILLO 2012 Castilla la Mancha Tempranillo Varietal aromas of figs, blueberries and blackberries blended with the ageing in oak, vanilla, coconut and coffee. Very complex. Rounded on entry, but with plenty of backbone and body coming through. An exceptional value! 758461 VINA BUJANDA CRIANZA 2012 Rioja Tempranillo Medium-high intensity, purple red color and bluish rim. Dense and colourful legs. Aromas of blackberry and bilberry together with spicy tones (clove and cinnamon) from the American oak, mild tobacco and light balsamic notes. 758462 VINA BUJANDA RESERVA 2011 Rioja Tempranillo Elegant and complex with tobacco and wood notes. Recall of blackberry, plums in liqueur, and sloes. Powerful aromas. 762509 FINCA VALPIEDRA RESERVA 2008 Rioja Tempranillo, Graciano, Maturana Tinta Single vineyard Rioja 762510 CANTOS DE VALPIEDRA 2011 Rioja Tempranillo Single vineyard Rioja SPAIN - BODEGA LOS ALJIBES 760847 ALJIBES CABERNET FRANC 2010 Castilla la Mancha Cabernet Franc This unique and attractive single variety red wine displays a deep garnet colour, an elegant bouquet of red fruit and a palate of minerals with mild nuances of fresh herbs supported by sweet tannins. 93 pts 2007 Wine Advocate / 92 pts 2006 Wine Advocate 760846 ALJIBES PETIT VERDOT 2008 Castilla la Mancha Petit Verdot Intense garnet color with hints of violet, aromas of the Mediterranean forests, violets, incense and exotic spices. Lengthy and velvety on the palate, with layers of ripe tannins, very well-balanced. 92 pts 2008 Wine Advocate UPDATE: 21/03/16 UNIVINS AND SPIRITS 7
SPAIN - BODEGA LOS ALJIBES 760845 ALJIBES ROSADO SYRAH 2012 Castilla la Mancha Syrah Gold medal in Rose category 2012, Vinos Tierra del Quijote, 88 pts 201 0 Wine Advocate Best Rose Guia de Vinos Gourmet, 2011 Gold medal Best Rose 2009 - AVIMES Spanish Wine Awards 764969 ALJIBES TINTO 2011 - Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Garnacha, Petit Verdot - PORTUGAL - QUINTA DAS ARCAS 766784 CONDE VILLAR DOC BRANCO 2014 Vinho Verde Loureiro, Arinto, Trajadura - PORTUGAL - VINHO VERDE WINE 767171 CASA DE OLEIROS DOC AZAL 2014 Vinho Verde Azal - PORTUGAL - CASA DE OLIEROS 767172 VV WINE 2014 Vinho Verde Azal, Arinto - PORTUGAL - PONTE DE BARCA 766785 BONINA DOC 2014 Vinho Verde Loureiro, Arinto, Trajadura - PORTUGAL - CAVES MESSIAS 737082 10 YEAR OLD TAWNY NV Tinta Roriz, Touriga Francesa, Tinta Barroca AVAILABLE BY SPECIAL OFFER ONLY Tawny colour. Rich and complex aroma, with notes of dry fruits. Velvety and full at taste, retaining a pleasant freshness. Long final. 730228 20 YEAR OLD TAWNY NV Tinta Roriz, Touriga Francesa, Tinta Barroca Tawny amber color. Rich and complex aroma, with notes of dry fruits and some spices. Very fine flavor, well balanced and persistent. UPDATE: 21/03/16 UNIVINS AND SPIRITS 8
PORTUGAL - CAVES MESSIAS AVAILABLE BY SPECIAL OFFER ONLY 737083 30 YEAR OLD TAWNY NV Tinta Roriz, Touriga Francesa, Tinta Barroca Tawny colour with greenish hints. Good aromatic intensity, predominating hints of wood mixted with spice aroma, like nutmeg and pepper. In the mouth is very well balanced and persistent. 737084 40 YEAR OLD TAWNY NV Tinta Roriz, Touriga Francesa, Tinta Barroca Amber color with greenish hints. Good aromatic intensity, predominating hints of wood mixed with dry fruit aroma. In the mouth is very well balanced and with a long finish. 752127 SPECIAL RESERVE TAWNY Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz,Tinta Barroca On the nose brings out the aromas of dried figs and spices with some hints of vanilla, beginning to emerge and complex bouquet. The palate is sweet and smooth. Long and persistent finish. 730229 COLHEITA TAWNY 1966 Touriga Nacional, Touriga Sweet and smoky prune, caramel and alcoholic character on the nose. Medium bodied and nutty with a long lasting, impressive finish. 730244 COLHEITA TAWNY 1968 Touriga Nacional, Touriga Caramel and sweet tobacco notes on the nose give way to an intense nutty and cigar box palate. Long, complex finish. 733474 COLHEITA TAWNY 1977 Touriga Nacional, Touriga Developed tertiary aromas of pepper and dried fruits. Complex, elegant and smooth with a long finish. 775583 COLHEITA TAWNY 1980 Touriga Nacional, Touriga Pale tawny wine, aromatic evolution, enhancing a noble wood with vanillas, good, noble volatile acidity, and spices, mild notes of pepper and clove with a slight nutmeg touch. 730227 COLHEITA TAWNY 1995 Touriga Nacional, Touriga The aroma is complex, showing up slightly spicy notes with a smooth, elegant blend of dried apricot and honey. The palate has soft tannins with pleasant and long end. 752126 COLHEITA TAWNY 2003 Touriga Nacional, Touriga Red wine with brownish hues. The aroma is rich in dried fruit with a touch of spices and raisins, beginning to emerge a very elegant bouquet. On the palate is sweet and refreshing, has good tannins. Long and persistent. 775589 COLHEITA TAWNY 2005 Touriga Nacional, Touriga - UPDATE: 21/03/16 UNIVINS AND SPIRITS 9
PORTUGAL - CAVES MESSIAS AVAILABLE BY SPECIAL OFFER ONLY 752124 LATE BOTTLE VINTAGE 2009 Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Barroca, Tinta Roriz Deep ruby colored wine, on the nose is complex with black fruit notes and a chemical touch. In the mouth has a good concentration with a very present firm tannins, is a xwell-balanced wine with a long finish. 742514 QUINTA DO PENEDO DOC DAO 2010 Touriga Nacional, Alfrocheiro - 742516 DADOS RESERVA DOC DOURO 2009 Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesca, Tinta Roriz - 742513 QUINTA DE CACHAO GRANDE ESCOLHA DOC DOURO 2007 Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional - 742512 QUINTA DO VALDOEIRO BLANCO DOC BAIRRADA 2012 Arnito, Bical, - 742515 QUINTA DO VALDOEIRO TINTO DOC BAIRRADA 2011 Baga, Touriga Nacional, Syrah, Cab-Sauvignon - ROMANIA - S.E.R.V.E. NÉGOCIANT FRAMÇAIS 757637 CHEVALIER DE DYONIS PINOT NOIR 2014 Dealu Mare Pinot noir This dry, light and fruity red displays a simple and medium nose. On the palate, its lively acidity, smooth tannins, and balanced structure make it a best buy for Pinot Noir! UNITED STATES - BUENA VISTA WINERY 767056 SONOMA CHARDONNAY 2014 California - UPDATE: 21/03/16 UNIVINS AND SPIRITS 10
UNITED STATES - BUENA VISTA WINERY 766294 SONOMA PINOT NOIR California Pinot Noir - 766295 CARNEROS CHARDONNAY 2014 California - 766296 CARNEROS PINOT NOIR 2011 California Pinot Noir - 766298 THE COUNT 2012 California Merlot, Syrah, Zinfandel - 766297 BUENA VISTA SOMONA ZINFANDEL California Zinfandel - ARGENTINA - VAGLIO WINES 778689 VAGLIO CHANGO Cafayate Malbec, Tannat, Cabernet Sauvignon 92 Pts - Tim Atkin report 2015 «Chango combines Tannat from Cafayate with mostly Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon from Altamira in a very smart multi regional blend. The wild herbs of the north add an aromatic top note to the minerality, dark fruits and structure of the Uco Valley. Further evidence of potential here.» 778886 VAGLIO TEMPLE Anchoris Malbec 93 Pts - Tim Atkin report 2015 «Temple Malbec comes from an old vine source in the north east of the Uco Valley and is an excellent wine from this up-and-coming operation. Cement-fermented, mineral and almost gravelly in terms of its tannins, this is polished winemaking. A wine with the backbone to age.» UPDATE: 21/03/16 UNIVINS AND SPIRITS 11