Scott and Jennifer Henry come from Southern Oregon wine royalty, and some of their famous neighbors in the Umpqua Valley have helped put Malbec on the map in the Northwest. This effort ranked near the top of the Platinum. It weaves a toothsome tapestry, starting with an incense of jamón Ibérico, hazelnut, Marionberry and plum that picks up eucalyptus and black pepper. The balanced nature of the tannins keeps the focus on the fruit and delicious spice components. Suggested pairings include Eggplant Lasagna. Qualifying award: Oregon Wine Awards (gold)
Rating: Double Platinum • 95 points
Production: 70 cases
Alcohol: 13.8%
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