From the Latin word meaning little hammer, the 2023 Malleolus is also named for a small estate vineyard. The family was one of the first in the region to break with the meaning of Crianza, Reserva, etc. with this wine. Herbal, silky, with bold black fruit and sweet tannins, it’s a full-bodied, highly expressive wine with spicy balsamic richness and well-integrated oak. Drink 2030-2038.
93 points, Virginie Boone, Jeb Dunnuck (Aug 2026)
Fresh and expressive, with blackberries and blueberries layered with a spicy touch. Full-bodied and succulent, with generous fruit, good balance and firm, polished tannins. Drink or hold.
93 points, Jacobo García Andrade, James Suckling (Jul 2026)