The 2021 Malbec Año Cero hails from La Consulta in the Uco Valley and was a third aged for 10 months in barrels. Purple in hue. It begins with bold notes of violet and plum followed by gentle hints of herb, black tea and lavender. In the mouth, the tannins are broad but refined with juicy freshness, bold flavor and a refined texture. "Here, the ripeness comes out in the aromas," says Karim Mussi Safie, the oenologist behind this wine, and this certainly rings true in the glass. The year adds to the complexity.

This is a good value red that opens with aromas of ripe cherry and plum. Good acidity and grainy tannins hold concentrated flavors of cherry and other berries mixed with notes of grass and cedar. Light notes of tomato paste and plum linger on the finish.

Tilts toward a savory style, with roasted herb and spice notes up front, followed by cherry and plum accents. Ends with a hint of minerality around fine tannins. Drink now. 5,000 cases made, 3,500 cases imported.