The 2020 Estate Malbec from Ambassador was in barrel for 22 months in 11% new French oak and comes from a combination of 78% Malbec, 11% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 11% Petit Verdot. It has that telltale Red Mountain nose of dried mountain sage that I love from wines of the area. Red plum, crushed black cherries, and Earl Gray tea flavors fill the palate. It’s still a baby with crunchy tannins and a bitter herb finish on the back palate, so give it until 2024 before opening. 225 cases produced.
| Rating | Value | Drink |
|---|
| 92 |
$55 |
2024-2032 |
| Country | Region | Appellation |
|---|
| United States |
Washington |
Red Mountain |
| Editor | Issue | Importer |
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| J. Young |
March, 2023 |
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