2009 Achával Ferrer Quimera Red Wine Mendoza 750ml

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Expressive flavors of black cherry, raspberry, violets, and cedar, Quimera is complex, layered and rich.

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2009 Achával Ferrer Quimera Red Wine Mendoza ENLARGE

2009 Achával Ferrer Quimera Red Wine Mendoza 750ml

Roberto Cipresso, partner and winemaker of Achaval-Ferrer. Roberto is considered on of the most talented young Italian enologists by the specialized press.
A Blend of 40% old vine Malbec from Medrano and from Luján de Cuyo, 22%, Merlot from Tupungato, 20% old vine Cabernet Sauvignon from Medrano and from Tupungato, 14% Cabernet Franc from Tupungato and 4% Petit Verdot. The average yield per plant was less than two pounds, equivalent to 1.3 tons per acre or 18 hectoliters per hectare.

The winemaking team worked in the vineyards in search of different aspects for each variety. These were thought of as parts of a complex wine, in such a way that the total is more than the sum of the parts. The location of the vineyards, the age of the plants, the viticultural program and the irrigation schedules, all worked towards the same goal. Once in the winery, each variety underwent primary fermentation in a small tank. The early blending is a risky practice, but helps towards a seamless integration of the varieties, a wine with only "one soul". The result is a wine that is not just the sum of three varietals, but another milestone in the search of an ideal. That is the explanation of the Quimera name: an impossible goal, but one worth working for.

ROBERT PARKER RATING: 93

ROBERT PARKER REVIEW: The 2009 Quimera is a blend of 40% Malbec, 22% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Cabernet Franc, and 4% Petit Verdot with yields averaging a minuscule 1.3 tons per acre. The wine was aged in 40% new French oak. Pain grille, pencil lead, Asian spices, incense, violets, and assorted black fruits inform the nose of a complex, intense, layered, spicy, succulent wine with impeccable balance and length. Although it can be approached now, it will benefit from another 2-3 years of cellaring.

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Customer Reviews

Argentina Rocks Review by Larry F

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This wine rocks! (Posted on 1/22/12)

Best Kept Secret From Argentina Review by Wino Girl

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Shhhhh! Don't tell to many people about this wine, its always hard to find and has been one of my favorites for the last few years. I always look forward to the new release and it has never disappointed me. (Posted on 1/17/12)

Nice Bottle Review by Tony H.

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Really enjoyed the wine after I picked it up this weekend, worth the money. Never knew Argentina can make such complex wine. Give it a try. (Posted on 1/17/12)

Love It!!! Review by Louis M.

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This is truly an exceptional wine, and at this price it is a no brainer! My wife and I enjoyed it with some delicious lamb chops that really brought out the wine to its true potential. This is definitely a must buy! (Posted on 1/12/12)

The Best Wine I have Had from Argentina Review by Harry

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Had the wine two nights ago, WOW. The whole tasting panel was shocked. Vibrant fruit, sweet vanilla notes and elegant finish. I speak for the group and we thought it was a 95 point wine. Have to try a bottle. (Posted on 1/11/12)