Reviews & Ratings

2012 Trivento Argentina & Chile (Red Blends) "Amado Sur"

Winery: Trivento

Vintage: 2012

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Amado Sur"

Wine Category: Argentina & Chile (Red Blends)

Grape blend: 70% Malbec, 18% Bonardo, & 12% Syrah

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Mendoza

State or country: Argentina

Price: $15

Cases produced: 47,000

KWG Score: 89.3 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: January 27, 2014

Wine Review: This pitch black colored Malbec based blend from Argentina is consistently very good every vintage. This year is no exception. It is also a very good wine for the money. It opens with an appealing black raspberry and blackberry bouquet. On the palate, this wine is full bodied, balanced, juicy and very easy to drink. The flavor profile is a tasty blackberry with notes of nicely integrated mild oak and hint of gentle minerality. I also detected to a touch of black licorice and dark chocolate. The finish is dry and its flavors and moderate tannins stick around for a while after the wine is gone. This very nice wine would pair well with barbecue steak tips. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Amado Sur is a deep red wine with violet hues. Aromas of strawberries and red cherries intertwine with hints of clove and vanilla. Lush red berry flavor gives way to velvety tannins and a pleasant, persistent finish. Enjoy Amado Sur with rich dishes and roasted meats including lamb, beef, and pork. This wine also marries well with spicy, fruit-based sauces and sides.

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