Malbec wine from Argentina is considered among the best produced. Benvenuto De La Serna 2005 is the winery's signature blend of 60% malbec and 40% merlot. Rich, complex and full bodied with lots of finesse. Fruity and forward, it is also tasty and balanced. Crafted from the best grapes in the vineyard, it is aged 12 months in new French oak barrels. Only 800 cases produced! Taste it and see why this wine is sold out at almost every store.

Benvenuto de la Serna is located in Medoza, Argentina. This winery makes the Mil Piedras wine that has been awarded a Best Buy by known wine critic Robert Parker of Wine Advocate. Their single vineyard estate is situated in the premier wine making district of Vista Flores and Valley de Uco. Considered to be one of the newest stars of the region, this winery has one of Argentina's most experienced winemaking team, including renowed enologist Angel Mendoza (responsible for Trapiche's success). Continuing the tradition of their Genovese grandparents, Silvio Benvenuto and his family built an outstanding winery with state of the art technology. It is located right at the foothills of the magestic Andes Mountains. The Benvenuto De La Serna 2005 is their signature wine and considered the best that they offer.

The Benvenuto De La Serna 2005 Malbec wine blend offers high-toned aromas of black cherry and blueberry with hints of cola. A smooth, silky texture brings flavors of fruit, black currant, blueberry, mocha and vanilla cream. The finish is cool and velvety, with hints of blackberry and clove spice. The smooth velvety flavors pair well with a wide variety of dishes. Recommended pairings include herbed veal burger, grilled lamb chops with rosemary, pan-roasted chicken with prosciutto, and petit filet mignon.

BENVENUTO DE LA SERNA MALBEC MERLOT BLEND 2005 information:
Region:Ugo Valley, Mendoza, Argentina
Varietals:60% Malbec 40% Merlot
Wine Maker: Angel Mendoza
Vineyards:Plantation Density: 4.800 plants/ hectare
Kg. per plant: 1.7 Kg./plant
Harvest Date: First week of April. 2005
Wines are estate grown and bottled