The 2022 Bonarda contains 15% Cabernet Franc from Eastern Mendoza and is aged 15 months in foudre (50%), barrel (25%) and tank (25%). This is a vibrant and well-crafted red with blackberry, plum and a hint of raspberry layered over oak aging and a touch of balsamic herbs. Dry, plush and lightly grippy, it flows with good juiciness and black fruit flavors. The fresh vintage further defines these flavors.
94 points, Joaquín Hidalgo, Vinous (Apr 2025)
Sourced from 100-year-old pergola-trained vines in Rivadavia's El Mirador Vineyard, the 2022 Bonarda contains 15% cofermented Cabernet Franc from Gualtallary and matured in a mix of foudre, barrique and stainless steel for 15 months. It is inky, roasted and savory on the nose, introducing an immensely concentrated, tensile palate before concluding with a sturdy and taut finish.
92 points, Matthew Luczy, Wine Advocate (May 2025)
This shows aromas of asphalt and incisive blue fruit. It’s juicy with precise, round and supple tannins. So pleasant to drink. Drink now.
92 points, Jacobo Garcia-Andrade Llamas, James Suckling (Apr 2025)