TASTING NOTES FOR La Celia Eugenio Bustos Malbec Mendoza Argentina 2021

🍷 Appearance
Deep red with vibrant violet hues. Rich and inviting, showing classic Mendoza Malbec depth and colour intensity.

👃 Aromas
Ripe and expressive, with plum, blackberry and blue fruits leading the nose.
Layers of vanilla, mocha and subtle coconut from oak ageing add warmth and complexity.

👅 Palate
Smooth and approachable, delivering juicy dark fruit flavours—plum, blackberry and blackcurrant.
A generous mid-palate shows good weight, supported by soft, rounded tannins and gentle notes of chocolate and spice.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Medium to full-bodied with a plush, rounded mouthfeel.
Silky tannins carry through to a soft, lingering finish with dark fruit and subtle spice.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Mendoza Malbec—fruit-forward, smooth and highly approachable.
Balances richness with easy drinkability, making it versatile across a wide range of occasions.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled steak, lamb, slow-cooked beef or barbecue dishes. Also excellent with hard cheeses and hearty pasta.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A reliable, crowd-pleasing Malbec that delivers plush fruit, smooth tannins and excellent value.
Perfect for mixed dozens where you want a safe, premium-feel red that consistently overdelivers.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷