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Reviews for 2022

February 2022 - South America

February 2022 - South America
This month's Wine feature is South American Wines

South America Reviews

Salentein 2018 Numina Gran Corte Red Blend Malbec
93 points
$40
A bold, complex and mysterious red packed with exciting flavors.
Awards: 2022 Best Other Argentine Red
Killka 2020 Museum Series Malbec
92 points
$14
Best Buy
A juicy, jammy, appetizing malbec for effortless enjoyment and pairings.
92 points $14 Best Buy
La Playa 2021 Estate Series Viognier
90 points
$9
Best Buy
A very fruity and mouthwatering viognier that is sure to please.
Awards: 2022 Best Viognier
90 points $9 Best Buy
Intipalka 2021 Valle Del Sol Syrah
90 points
$13
Best Buy
Juicy, firm and showcasing great varietal character.
90 points $13 Best Buy
Portillo 2020  Sauvignon Blanc
89 points
$10
Best Buy
A delicious and satisfying sauvignon blanc that will be great sipping on its own or with lighter fare.
89 points $10 Best Buy
Intipalka 2021 Valle Del Sol Malbec
89 points
$13
Best Buy
A rich, concentrated Malbec with serious power; pair with bold grilled meats.
89 points $13 Best Buy
Axel 2019 Red Blend Maule Valley
89 points
$17
A juicy, highly quaffable Chilean red with floral nuance and contemporary style.
Salentein 2021 Reserve Chardonnay
89 points
$18
A juicy and pleasing, Chablis-style Chardonnay for the table and beyond.
La Playa 2021 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc
88 points
$13
Best Buy
A tasty and easy drinking sauvignon blanc that is sure to please.
88 points $13 Best Buy
Axel 2018  Carmenere
88 points
$17
A smoky, earthy Chilean red for the table.
La Playa 2019 Estate Series Red Blend Colchagua Valley
87 points
$9
Best Buy
A solid choice for weeknight dinner pairings.
87 points $9 Best Buy
Portillo 2020  Cabernet Sauvignon
87 points
$10
Best Buy
A tight dry red with bold tannins; let this aerate prior to serving.
87 points $10 Best Buy
La Playa 2019 Reserva Claret Red Blend Colchagua Valley
87 points
$13
Best Buy
An earthy Chilean red with savory vibes.
87 points $13 Best Buy
La Playa 2019 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon
87 points
$13
Best Buy
A rock solid South American cabernet that will be very versatile.
87 points $13 Best Buy
Intipalka 2020 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah
87 points
$17
A chewy, pairable red for the table.
Paradise Hills Vineyard NV Riomonte Malbec
87 points
$37
An earthy, highly pairable Chilean Red that offers stylish herbal notes with bright, tangy fruit.
Salentein 2020 Numina Malbec
87 points
$40
A poised, well-made reserve-style malbec with lots of versatility and promise.
Salentein 2015 Single Vineyard El Tomillo Estate Malbec
87 points
$57
A rather serious and reserved Malbec built for the cellar; give this some time.
Portillo 2020  Malbec
86 points
$10
Best Buy
A tangy and toothsome malbec with bright fruit and acidity.
86 points $10 Best Buy
Intipalka 2021 Valle Del Sol Tannat
86 points
$13
Best Buy
A bold, chewy red for rich pairings.
86 points $13 Best Buy
Intipalka 2020 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot
86 points
$17
A firm, dry Bordeaux Varietal Red for steak
La Playa 2021 Estate Series Rose Maule Valley
85 points
$9
A very attractive and uncomplicated rose with pure and rather irresistible strawberry flavors.
La Playa 2021 Estate Series Un-Oaked Chardonnay
85 points
$9
A juicy, zippy everyday Chardonnay.
La Playa 2019 Reserva Carmenere
85 points
$13
A wild and wooly red for the hunter's table.
Salentein 2020 Reserve Malbec
85 points
$18
A dry and earthy malbec for the table.
Bodegas Belgrano NV  Malbec
84 points
Notes of plump berries and creamy vanilla mingle in this easy-to-drink Mendoza Malbec.
Portillo 2020  Pinot Noir
84 points
$10
A dry, sturdy pinot that will work nicely at the table.
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