By Chris and Sherry Hardie
Finding a wine with the heft to stand up to grilled red meat or barbecue ribs is an enjoyable summertime challenge. This red blend from Argentina fits the bill.
The name translates to "Three Winds of the Beloved South" and refers to the seasonal winds that blow through the Mendoza region of the Andes Mountains. The high-altitude viticulture region gets limited rain and is irrigated by mountain snowmelt.
Primarily malbec (73 percent), with some bonarda and syrah, this is a fruit-forward wine that displays many aromas and flavors before finishing with a surprisingly dry, lingering finish that leaves dusty tannins clinging to your inner cheeks.
Sherry: "Smooth flavor of strawberry with floral and licorice notes." 3-1/2 stars
Chris: "Raspberry, cherry and cinnamon with a licorice bouquet." 3-stars
Available locally for about $15.
Coming next week: Frei Brothers Reserve Chardonnay
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