Ruca Malen 2009 Kinien Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza)

Country: Argentina / Kinien
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon Mendoza Province
Winery: Ruca Malen / Mendoza

Initially this smells like bell pepper and green bean more than ripe berry fruits, but with time in the glass it rounds into spicy, herbal form. A tight, reedy palate is bolstered by tomatoey acidity, while flavors of herbal raspberry and red currant finish with ripped tannins and plenty of residual acidity. Drink through 2024.