Don Cristobal 1492 Bonarda 2010, Ugarteche, Luján De Cuyo, Mendoza
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Critic Reviews (2)
The bountiful bonarda grape (originally from the Alps) is responsible for much of Argentina’s bulk wine, but is being...
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Fun, juicy, lightly salty, average length - a simple picnic wine to be served with a light chill. Tasted January...
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Community Reviews (2)
Argentina’s red-wine rep has been built around Malbec, though these days Bonarda is starting to generate significant buzz too. Here’s a superb introduction to the variety at an unbelievable price. Opens with a rich nose of blueberry, strawberry and chocolate with spicy black pepper notes and a hint of bacon fat. Full and robust on the palate, with the chocolaty fruit core delivering plenty of flavour. Ripe, smooth tannins. A fine partner for meaty pasta or beefand-bean burritos. (VINTAGES panel, May 2011)
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A nice, unoffensive wine. Simple flavours of chocolate, ripened berries and a little spice. Smooth, elegant finish.
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