[97-100 pts Robert Parker] "The 2009 Malleolus de Sanchomartin was tasted from a barrel sample...Asian spices, and incense, on the palate it effortlessly combines power with elegance. It has superb grip, great volume, and plush, succulent fruit..." --- Black currant and balsamic notes are framed by well integrated oak. Balanced acidity and sweet ... Read More »

[97-100 pts Robert Parker] "The 2009 Malleolus de Sanchomartin was tasted from a barrel sample...Asian spices, and incense, on the palate it effortlessly combines power with elegance. It has superb grip, great volume, and plush, succulent fruit..." --- Black currant and balsamic notes are framed by well integrated oak. Balanced acidity and sweet tannins caress the palette with a warm finish that goes on forever. " --- [96 pts Wine Spectator] "Aromatic, with generous black fruit, tar and mineral flavors. Dense and harmonious....but elegant." --- "This wine is shockingly elegant for its level of concentration and power." [Stephen Tanzer]