Norm’s Tasting Notes: 2018 Septima Malbec
Norm Bentley, The North Georgia Wine Advisor.
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The North Georgia Wine Advisor
2018 Septima Malbec
#12-2021
Malbec from Argentina continues to be one of the better values in today’s red wine market, and this entry from Bodega Septima certainly is a good example. This is a good choice for pasta, or the grilled steak we paired it with.
The color is a beautiful purple red, with the nose broadcasting scents of sweet cherries and plums. The flavor is a mix of those two fruits, and also blackberries, with a touch of blueberry. The finish is clean with a small hint of oak. The alcohol content is 13.5%, and Norm’s score is 88.
A bottle of Septima Malbec was a good companion for our medium rare steak, hot from the grill. It would also be perfect with Lasagna.
Score: 88
Price: $11-$15