A brooding, saturated shade of violet, the 2006 flaunts enticing aromas of currant, black walnut, and freshly baked bread. On the palate, intense, focused flavors of black raspberry, anise and dark chocolate coat the mouth while notes of pencil lead and spice add complexity. Formidable structure and firm, chewy tannins frame this densely-textured portrait of old-vine malbec from Marchiori Vineyard. Pair with red meats, game and cheeses.

Paul Hobbs visited Argentina in 1989 and he became immediately interested in both the terroir and Argentine culture, noticing the unique potential for Malbec and other varietals in the region. In 1997 Andrea and Luis met Paul in California and they decided to found Viña Cobos. Since then, Paul and his Argentine partners have grown their portfolio of ultra-premium wines to include Cobos Nico, Bramare, and Felino which continue to receive even greater accolades.

Cobos wines are the ultimate expressions of power and finesse; "true north" and the founding inspiration for Viña Cobos the portfolio. Juan Francisco Cobos, introduced poplar trees to Mendoza to develop windbreaks for farming in the early 1800´s. Poplars now line the roads of Mendoza and are a permanent part of the landscape. The Marchiori vineyard is located on Cobos street (named in honor of Juan Francisco) in Luján de Cuyo and is the origin of the winery name.

Cobos Malbec is produced only in exceptional vintages, from the oldest vines (60 to 80 years) in the Marchiori Vineyard. It exhibits levels of concentration and power rarely achieved in Argentina that rival other top winegrowing regions of the world.