Vina Cobos Cocodrilo Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Vina Cobos
Label Name:
 
Cocodrilo Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage:
 
2023
Country:
 
Argentina
Region:
 
Mendoza — Luján de Cuyo & Valle de Uco.
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc, 6% Malbec, 3% Petit Verdot.
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Consistently strong scores across recent vintages (Tasting Panel ~94, James Suckling low‑to‑mid‑90s, Wine Spectator placements); vintage scores vary—see retailer/reviews for specific year

Tasting Note
Deep ruby with black tones; aromas of plum, red fruit, roasted red pepper, spice and graphite. Rounded, textured palate with fine tannins and a long finish.

Food Pairing
Grilled ribeye, roasted lamb, mushroom risotto, Argentine asado; Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi), char siu, Sichuan pepper beef, teriyaki steak.

Production Method
Fermented and blended in Bordeaux style; aged 15 months in French oak (≈14% new); unfined.

Vineyard Info
Viña Cobos (Paul Hobbs) sources high‑altitude Mendoza sites to craft terroir‑driven Cabernet blends emphasizing complexity and elegance.