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ACCOLADE RESULTS
94 Points
2017 Susana Balbo Signature Brioso
October 2020
“This single vineyard blend of 41% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Malbec, 22% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot spent 15 months in 100% new French oak. With a heady nose of grilled meat, cassis and beet root, the juicy plushness on the palate is mesmerizing. Generous boysenberry, black cherry is guided by creamy milk chocolate. Tannins are upright and teeth coating, with blue floral notes. Distinguished!”
92 Points
2017 Susana Balbo Signature Brioso
Kim Marcus, Wine Spectator, December 2019
“A robust red, with richly spiced flavors of dark plum, blackberry and boysenberry, lathered with notes of chocolate mousse. The suave finish lingers with licorice and pepper hints. Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Drink now through 2024. 1,000 cases made, 160 cases imported.”
93 Points
2017 Susana Balbo Signature Brioso
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, September 2019
“Bright ruby-red. Very pure aromas of blackcurrant, licorice, flowers, herbs and menthol; showing its oak and its Cabernet Sauvignon side today. Intense dark berry, licorice, dark chocolate and dried fig flavors show an element of medicinal minty reserve, with a touch of Cabernet Franc greenness contributing lift. Finishes with smooth, horizontal but firm tannins and terrific grip. Displaying no easy sweetness today, this very promising blend has the structure to evolve gracefully. (aged for 14 months in new barriques)”
95 Points
2017 Susana Balbo Signature Brioso
James Suckling, James Suckling, March 2019
“Extremely transparent and bright with complex aromas of dark berries, cedar and flowers that follow through to a full yet tight and composed palate with complex flavors and a long and clear finish. Hints of fresh herbs at the end. Blend of cabernet sauvignon, malbec, cabernet franc and a dash of petit verdot. Some whole cluster fermentation. Drink now.”
99 Points
2017 Nosotros Single Vineyard Nómade Malbec
James Suckling, James Suckling, April 2021
“Black plums, blueberries, dried herbs, cedar, vanilla and crushed stones on the nose. It’s medium-to full-bodied with ultra fine tannins and bright acidity. There’s vivacity and wild energy to this, with layers of bitter chocolate and berries interwoven with stones and minerals. So energetic and very driven with gorgeously integrated tannins. So long, too. Drink or hold.”
95 Points
2017 Nosotros Single Vineyard Nómade Malbec
Tim Atkin, April 2021
93 Points
2017 Nosotros Single Vineyard Nómade Malbec
Luis Gutiérrez, Wine Advocate, March 2021
“The 2017 Nosotros Single Vineyard Nómade Malbec was produced with grapes from a vineyard in Agrelo, a classical zone of Mendoza. It fermented with indigenous yeasts in a 6,500-liter oak vat and matured in French barriques (80% of them new) for 16 months. It's a traditional wine and subtly oaked with sweet spice aromas and fine-grained tannins. Very showy. 10,000 bottles were filled in September 2018.”
97 Points
2015 Nosotros Single Vineyard Nómade Malbec
James Suckling, James Suckling, April 2020
“Beautiful silkiness and finesse to this wine. It’s so impressive and beautiful. The tannins are so fine, from the chalk soils of the vineyard. Medium to full body. Cool fruit. Extremely long and racy. Drink or hold.”
94 Points
2015 Nosotros Single Vineyard Nómade Malbec
Kim Marcus, Wine Spectator, December 2021
“Intensely fruity, with vibrant acidity to the concentrated blueberry, red currant and plum flavors that feature plenty of inky accents. Shows toasty notes on the Asian spice–filled finish. Drink now through 2026. 200 cases imported.”
96 Points
2013 Nosotros Single Vineyard Nómade Malbec
Patricio Tapia, Descorchados, January 2022
90+ Points
2019 Crios Torrontés
Luis Gutiérrez, Wine Advocate, October 2019
“The just-bottled 2019 Críos Torrontés felt a bit reductive and with the influence of the sulfur in the bottling. But underneath, there are notes of white peach and some citrus, and of course, the orange blossom and Moscatel pulp sensations. It has a combination of the Salta wilderness and the cooler side from the Valle de Uco, as it's a blend from both places. 324,000 bottles produced.”
91 Points
2019 Crios Torrontés
Anthony Dias Blue, Blue Lifestyle, January 2021
“Susana Balbo is a master of this spicy, indigenous variety; silky, fresh and juicy with charming Muscato-like notes and crisp acidity; a perfect lunchtime wine.”
91 Points
2018 Crios Torrontés
James Suckling, James Suckling, March 2019
“A bright and fresh white with sliced apples, lemon rind and salt. Medium body, dry and bright acidity and a clean and crisp finish. Drink now.”
90 Points
2018 Crios Torrontés
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, September 2019
“Very pale, bright silver. Very subtle, fresh scents of lime blossom and orange peel. This inexpensive Torrontés stands out for its inner-mouth tension, dryness and salty minerality, partly due to the strong calcaire influence of some fruit from vines in Altamira (about 50% of the blend). Notes of citrus peel, menthol and licorice carry well on the finish. Susana Balbo told me that she likes the greenness, orange peel and flowers added by Torrontés grown in Mendoza, which she describes as more elegant than the Cafayate version.”
89 Points
2019 Crios Torrontés
Vinous, June 2020
“A blend of Torrontés from the Uco Valley and Cafayate. A metallic green in color, the 2019 Torrontés Crios has a nose of fresh orange blossom and citrus with lime and grass. Moderately fatty and flavorful in the mouth, it delivers well-judged acidity. This is a sensibly-priced wine with personality and a refreshing feel.”
91 Points
2019 Crios Rosé of Malbec
Anthony Dias Blue, Blue Lifestyle, January 2021
“Pale pink color, smooth strawberry nose, silky and dry with crisp acidity and juicy style; charming and fresh, a standout in a crowded category.”
90 Points
2018 Crios Rosé of Malbec
James Suckling, James Suckling, March 2019
“Pretty, dense fruit with strawberry and peach character. Medium to full body. Delicious fruit. Vivid finish. Always fresh. Drink now. Screw cap.”
92 Points
2019 Crios Malbec
Anthony Dias Blue, Blue Lifestyle, January 2021
“Inky cherry color, smooth ripe nose,velvety texture, rich, juicy style, deep. intense and long, lush and racy with depth and finesse.”
92 Points
2019 Crios Malbec
James Suckling, James Suckling, April 2020
“The purity of fruit in this makes it very attractive with depth and freshness, as well as fineness to the tannins. Some stone and crushed-plum character. Bright finish. Hints of citrus. Drink now.”