95 pts  Vinous Media
Drinking Window 2024 - 2035
The 2019 Malbec Vinculum is a blend of grapes from the Uco Valley and Lujan de Cuyo (18%) and was 39% aged in new barrels. Dark purple in the glass. The nuanced nose veers between a liqueur-like and floral character. It offers notes of ripe plum, white pepper, and hints of olives, bay leaf, and lavender followed by cedar aromas. Creamy and unctuous with an expansive flow that grows lighter on its feet as goes on to really take over the mouth. The delicate freshness maintains the energy levels right through to the long finish in which the fruity flavors return. An intricate wine.

• Wine: Viña Cobos Vinculum Malbec 2019
• Variety: 100% Malbec
• Region: Mendoza, Argentina
• Vineyard origins: 82% Uco Valley and 18% Luján de Cuyo
• Farming: Sourced from selected growers working closely with Viña Cobos
• Fermentation: A small portion underwent whole-cluster fermentation
• Aging: 18 months in French oak barrels
• New oak: 39%
• Winemaker: Paul Hobbs and the Viña Cobos winemaking team
• Style: Full-bodied and concentrated, but fresh, vibrant and refined
• Cellaring: Approachable now but structured for additional bottle age