Malbec

Violet leads into red plum, strawberry and blackberry, with a subtle mineral note beneath the fruit. Smooth and medium-bodied, the palate has ripe flavour without excess weight, supported by soft tannins and fresh balance. The finish remains floral, dark-fruited and gently savoury. Serve with grilled beef, empanadas or smoky vegetables.

Violet, red cherry and raspberry aromas lead a silky, medium-bodied Malbec, with darker berry fruit and subtle spice adding depth. Fresh acidity gives the wine a fine backbone, while supple tannins keep its ripe character polished and balanced. The finish is elegant, gently savoury and persistent. Serve with grilled beef, lamb, empanadas or roasted mushrooms.

Dark berry, blackberry and ripe raspberry meet crushed violet and white pepper. The wine has deep purple colour with violet hues, concentrated fruit and a long, velvety finish. Made entirely from Malbec in Mendoza, it contains 13 percent alcohol. The profile also includes subtle sweet spice, while ripe tannins give the finish a silky texture.

Blackberry, Lapin cherry, cassis, cedar and vanilla define the profile, with full tannins and a long finish. The blend combines sixty-two percent Cabernet Sauvignon, twenty-two percent Merlot, eight percent Malbec and eight percent Cabernet Franc. Fruit came from Red Mountain in Columbia Valley. Individual lots were cold-soaked and fermented before eight months in French and American oak.

Strawberry and dried mint appear in the aroma, with black cherry, plum, cinnamon and nutmeg also present. The palate brings red fruit, light oregano, blackcurrant, chocolate and espresso. The wine is medium-bodied, with waxy tannins, balanced acidity and a firm grip. The blend combines Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Petite Sirah, and the alcohol is thirteen point five percent.

Blackberry and blueberry meet spicy and floral notes in a deep red wine with purple tones. The palate has good structure, soft tannins and fruit supported by rosemary, thyme and dried flowers. The finish is fresh, complex and persistent. Fruit comes from Vista Flores, Gualtallary and Altamira, and the wine spends twelve months in French oak, one-third of it new. Alcohol is 14.5 percent.

This Malbec comes from Eagle and Plow Vineyard Block 23 in Horse Heaven Hills, Washington. It belongs to the Cross Border Collection, created after extreme cold caused a complete crop loss in Lightning Rock’s British Columbia vineyards. The winery partnered with Washington growers and retained control of winemaking. Owner Ron Kubek transported the Washington fruit across the border to the Summerland winery.

Fresh raspberry, juicy plum and cherry appear with spice and soft oak. Bright red berries, ripe plum and blackcurrant accompany smooth tannins and balanced acidity. The field blend contains 22 percent Merlot, 22 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, 15 percent Petite Sirah, 14 percent Tempranillo, 12 percent Cabernet Franc, 10 percent Syrah and 5 percent Malbec. The wine carries 13.5 percent alcohol and a medium-plus body.