Notes of: Tobacco

Notes of: Violet

Notes of: Cocoa

Notes of: Plum

Notes of: Blackberry

Notes of: Dark Chocolate

BenMarco

BenMarco Expresivo

Argentina, Mendoza

Red wine

4.7

Expert Rating

4.2

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

BenMarco Expresivo is a premium wine produced by Susana Balbo Wines in the Mendoza region of Argentina. The grapes are sourced from carefully selected vineyards in the Uco Valley and Luján de Cuyo, which are known for their high altitude and ideal growing conditions. The winemaking process involves a combination of traditional and modern techniques, including hand-harvesting, fermentation in small tanks, and aging in oak barrels. The result is a complex and expressive wine with intense aromas of black fruit, spices, and tobacco, and a rich and full-bodied palate with firm tannins and a long finish. BenMarco Expresivo is a perfect choice for wine enthusiasts who appreciate the unique character and quality of Argentine wines.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

BenMarco Expresivo is a full-bodied, smooth and well-balanced Argentine red blend with a deep ruby color.This wine offers intense aromatics of blackberry and blueberry, with hints of spice and earthiness. On the palate, flavors of ripe dark fruit, cocoa, and roasted coffee beans are joined by gentle tannins and a long finish. A great choice for pairing with grilled meats or a cheese platter.

EXPERT RATING

4.7

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2028

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Full

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grainy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (2)

Malbec

Cabernet Franc

ORIGINS

Winery: BenMarco

Region: Mendoza

Mendoza is the largest wine-producing region in Argentina, located in the foothills of the Andes Mountains. It is known for its high-altitude vineyards, producing some of the country's most renowned wines. With a long history of winemaking, Mendoza is now one of the most important wine regions in South America. The territory of Mendoza can be divided into five large sub-regions, which give the varieties their particular characteristics: Valle de Uco GI, integrated by the departments of Tunuyán, Tupungato and San Carlos; Primera Zona, which includes the departments of Luján de Cuyo and Maipú; the Northern oasis (Lavalle and Las Heras), the East (San Martín, Rivadavia, Junín, Santa Rosa and La Paz) and the South (San Rafael, Malargüe and General Alvear), covering practically the entire provincial geography. Mendoza has been producing wine since the 16th century, when Spanish settlers first brought vines to the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of both red and white wines, with a focus on Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Torrontés. In recent years, Mendoza has become a leader in sustainable winemaking, with many producers focusing on organic and biodynamic practices.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.2

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