The 2004 Alfa Crux spent 17 months in new French and American oak. It delivers a complex aromatic array of pain grille, pencil lead, scorched earth, black cherry, and blackberry. Medium- to full-bodied, dense, and structured, this intensely flavored blend combines elegance and power. It also shows the potential of Tempranillo in certain regions of Mendoza. Drink this superb effort from 2012 to 2024. 92 points Robert Parkers eRobertParker.com # 184 (Aug 2009).
Rich, with a terrific beam of blackberry and plum fruit, layered with mocha, graphite and cocoa powder notes. The long, fleshy finish lets additional blueberry and fig notes chime in, without being heavy. Tempranillo, Malbec and Merlot. Drink now through 2011. 3,000 cases made. 92 points James Molesworth for the Wine Spectator, Online Apr 30, 2009. | 
