Alamos The Wines of Catena Malbec 2009, Mendoza, Argentina: Vintages Wine Panel: Catena’s Alamos Malbec is always a fine ambassador for Argentina’s signature grape. Be prepared for a rich, full-bodied wine with concentrated fruit flavours of raspberry and cassis blessed with heavenly doses of chocolate and sweet spice from the light oak ageing. My note: A pleasant sipper with lovely blackberry aromas. Medium- to full-bodied and smooth. A solidly made wine with terrific balance. Ripe blackberries and pepper. Perfect for barbecue and movie night. Drink: 2010-2014. 467951 13.50% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. December 10, 2011 Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Doña Paula Los Cardos Malbec 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: Full-bodied with big purple and black plums. Fleshy and full-bodied, willing to go where you want to go. Drink: 2012-2014. 11942 13.80% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. September 29, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review