Susana Balbo Wines BenMarco Cabernet Sauvignon, Uco Valley, Argentina 2021 (Case of 6) Cantine del Castello Conti Three years in cask and

Three years in cask and two years in bottle before January 2023 release

It starts off slowly and then finishes with a bang

I suspect that the 2009 Pontet-Canet is more approachable than the 2005

the Paillard NV Extra-Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru is superbly fresh

This finishes dry yet thoroughly fresh

Susana Balbo Wines BenMarco Cabernet Sauvignon, Uco Valley, Argentina 2021 (Case of 6) Cantine del Castello Conti Three years in cask andThe 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Ben Marco from Los Arboles, Uco Valley was aged for 11 months in French barrels. A dark garnet red in the glass. The expressive aromas feature redcurrant, herbs, paprika and gentle roasted red pepper notes with a whiff of menthol. In the mouth, the tannins are reactive with a medium body and firm expression before the bold, flavorful finish. 92 Pts Vinous