Argentina Portfolio: Dante Robino

Sabte Robino MalbecOld World Quality Since 1920
This estate bottled, 100% Malbec is from one of Argentina’s premier vintners, Dante Robino.  Now available nationwide, it’s a great example of the old world quality wines produced with fruit from high altitude vineyards.  Flavors of plums and blackberries with soft hints of vanilla from barrel aging.

Other Varietals:

Bonarda, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot.

To learn more about Bodega Dante Robino, visit their website: bodegadanterobino.com

To learn more about Wines of Argentina, visit their website: winesofargentina.org

San Francisco Chronicle April 11, 2010
The Chronicle Recommends
by Lynne Char Bennet
"Malbec - once a grape used primarily for blending -  became more mainstream a few years ago with more imports, particularly Argentine Malbec. Malbec from the Cahors region of southwest France has a longer track recored, yet isn't as widely known. Lately however, there is a growing appreciation for this approachable, relatively low tannin, dark berryfruited wine, good for red meat driven fare but flexible enough to make the wine list at vegetarian places....Argentine Malbec's consistent style, value, drinkability and increasing visibility might help it become this decade's Merlot."
 
2008 Dante Robino Mendoza Malbec
"Grapes for this estate-bottled wine are from vineyards in the foothills of the Andes Mountains. Intense aromas of ripe dark berry, spice, coconut; subtle fruit on the firm palate, with slight mineral and cocoa on the finish. A less fruit forward style."