Susana Balbo Wines BenMarco Cabernet Sauvignon, Uco Valley, Argentina 2021 (Case of 6) Cantine del Castello Conti A pretty hint of mint

A pretty hint of mint lingers on the close

Marquis de Mons' wine style tends towards the research of balance

helped along by fine spritz

Three years in cask and two years in bottle before January 2023 release

I suspect that the 2009 Pontet-Canet is more approachable than the 2005

Susana Balbo Wines BenMarco Cabernet Sauvignon, Uco Valley, Argentina 2021 (Case of 6) Cantine del Castello Conti A pretty hint of mintThe 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Ben Marco from Los Arboles, Uco Valley was aged for 11 months in French barrels. A dark garnet red in the glass. The expressive aromas feature redcurrant, herbs, paprika and gentle roasted red pepper notes with a whiff of menthol. In the mouth, the tannins are reactive with a medium body and firm expression before the bold, flavorful finish. 92 Pts Vinous