Lurton “Gran Lurton” Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

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Lurton “Gran Lurton” Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Tupungato, Mendoza, Argentina
Bodega J & F Lurton
About $15-$19
Good value

Although this wine lacks different hues, it has a very nice, intense ruby and garnet color.

Great aroma—Chocolate and nuts just burst out. A tad of spice too. Earthy but rather nice.

The taste is pretty good, too, especially considering the price. It has a soft start, with some subtle fruitiness. The fruitiness is nicely balanced by a nice nuttiness and a stronger tannin taste. Very smooth, especially on the finish, which is oaky and tangy, but which is a little lacking in acidity for my taste and a tad too strong on the tannins. Refreshing and round, though it’s not extremely structured or developed.

Overall Score: 3.5+. For value, more of an 3.8.