The 2021 Merlot Gran Reserva Patagonia hails from Allen in Río Negro, Patagonia. Aged 12 months in French oak barrels, this dark garnet-hued red offers aromas of cassis and ripe currant, along with cedar and a pinch of spice. Dry and lean, the compact, reactive tannins and juicy mouthfeel unleash the palate’s energy, lingering long on its fruit notes. This is a balanced and nuanced Merlot.
94 points, Joaquín Hidalgo, Vinous (Feb 2024)