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Carinae Octans Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 – A Decent Malbec Blend

Carinae, Octans Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Maipu, Mendoza, Argentina, Wine Casual

Carinae, Octans Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Maipu, Mendoza, Argentina

Tasting Note: An aromatic red with baking spice – more clove than cinnamon.

Carinae, Octans Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Maipu, Mendoza, Argentina, Wine Casual

Photo Credit: Wine Casual, Carinae, Octans Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Maipu, Mendoza, Argentina

On the palate there is black fruit including black plum.

This malbec blend is composed of malbec (68%) and cabernet sauvignon (32%).

The wine was aged in French oak for 9 months and is only available at the winery.

Rating: 89 points
Price: $8
Alcohol: 14.5%
Tasted: Carinae Tasting Room, Mendoza, Argentina
Tasting Date: January 20, 2016

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