| Rating | 93 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Malbec |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Appellation |
Alexander Valley Sonoma County North Coast California USA |
| ABV | 14.2% |
| Price | $70.00 |
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| Reviewed | 2026-03-17 |
Perfect For
Long-Term Aging, Steak Dinner, Treat Yo'self
Drink If You Like
Cabernet Franc, Malbec , Merlot
Medlock Ames Secret Ingredient Malbec 2023 Review
Medlock Ames primarily produces Bordeaux-inspired red blends, so the winery originally worked with Malbec only to bolster its Cabernet. But the quality of this Malbec from the Bell Mountain Vineyard was too high to hide. That’s why Medlock Ames crafted this bottling featuring its “secret ingredient”: Malbec. The wine opens with a bouquet of herbs, lavender, mocha, and black cherries. At 14.2 percent ABV, the palate is powerful, featuring juicy black fruit and grippy tannins. This is an age-worthy wine that will benefit from decanting or some time in the cellar.
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