2021 Ernesto Catena Malbec "Padrillos", Mendoza, ArgentinaABOUT THIS WINE This Malbec is aged in oak barrels (50% French, 50% American neutral) for 6 months. A young and fresh style it is ideal to drink while young and robust. Violet floral aromas and flavors of plums, cherries, dried berries, and a lingering aftertaste of white peppercorn. ABOUT THIS PRODUCER Founded by Ernesto Catena, a fourth generation winemaker of Italian descent, Padrillos wines are inspired by Ernestos passion for horses. Ernesto has

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Learning natural systems and the world of wine in general was his route to making wine and starting Idlewild

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