| Rating | 92 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Malbec |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Appellation |
Livermore Valley San Francisco Bay Central Coast California USA |
| ABV | 14.1% |
| Price | $42.00 |
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| Reviewed | 2026-03-17 |
Perfect For
Dinner Parties, Holiday Meals, Steak Dinner
Drink If You Like
Cabernet Franc, Malbec , Merlot
Cuda Ridge Wines Malbec 2023 Review
Located in the Livermore Valley, less than an hour east of San Francisco, Cuda Ridge shows that Malbec thrives alongside the region's famed Cabernet clones. Aged in American oak barrels for 16 months, this wine features notes of vanilla, coconut, and baking spices on the nose. The palate brings bold fruit notes of blackberries and cherries, balanced by subtle tannins and excellent acidity.
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