Finca Domingo, More of that Malbec!

  Today has been like any other day at Greenlake Wines, deliveries, customers and reps.  The only thing about today that is different is that I met the distributor for Vinos Argentinos, John who imports wines for Finca Domingo as well as Domingo Molina which are only two of four labels represented by this winery.  After pouring me a large splash of 2010 Finca Domingo Malbec, John said to me, "Your co-workers are going to be very jealous of you."

  Now, before I write about the nose, palate and finish, you should know that the vineyards the grapes are sourced from a remote small region called Salta in Argentina.  The various vineyards that are represented through out all the wines range from 6,000-over 7,000 feet above sea level which makes this region highly regarded for its' soil and micro climate--a truly special wine.

  Alright, now let's talk about the wine!  This particular Malbec is produced from the Yacochuya vineyards which sit about 6,400 feet above sea level.  Deep dark cherries, dried dates and pepper on the nose make for a fun thrill for the senses.  The color is of black raspberries and there is no seeing through this one, full bodied and robust.  The palate is full of ripe plums, vanilla bean, pepper and silky smooth tannins--a complex wine with out being one you have to think about too deeply.  Loads of peppercorns co-mingle nicely with more vanilla bean and plum flavors on the finish and then John says to me, "Wait about 30 minutes and try it again."  What?!  There's more?  So in 30 minutes, I pick up my glass, swirl it about and I smell dark chocolate nibs and dried herbs!  This wine has evolved into something amazing--more chocolate nibs on the palate with the ever present dark plum notes, vanilla bean and pepper.  Then, the finish is smokey with even more nibs, dried herbs and black peppercorns that linger.

  This wine isn't even in the shop yet, but I truly hope it comes soon--it's delicious!  Come visit myself and the rest of our lovely staff here at Seattle Wine Outlet and Greenlake Wines!


  Ciao!
  Erin