| Rating | 88 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Malbec |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Appellation |
Virginia USA |
| ABV | 13% |
| Price | $18.00 Value Pick |
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| Reviewed | 2020-10-29 |
Perfect For
Pizza Night, Pleasing A Crowd, Weekday Dinner Pairings
Drink If You Like
Malbec, Merlot , Zinfandel
Horton Vineyards Malbec 2016 Review
Good, solid red wine. It has a good grip on the palate and smells like rich, tart blackberries. The acidity is great and asks for a slight chill in the fridge. This is a great wine for burger or pizza night. It will even work with a lean meat like a skirt steak.
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