Clos de los Siete ($$) is a blend from seven different vineyards in the Mendoza region of Argentina. This wine is a venture of Michel Rolland, a Bordeaux based oenologist (super-duper grape guy) who has set himself apart from his countrymen by branching out into different parts of the world. His wines tend to be fruit-heavy and oak-induced, and Clos de los Siete is no different.
Tannic and slightly acidic, this wine should age well, and as a result, older vintages tend to cost more. The 2005 is on shelves now, while the 2004 ($$) and the 2003 ($$-$$$) may be harder to find. I was smart enough to get my hands on a few cases (six-packs) of the '04 a while back, so butter me up enough and we'll open one. 2003 is generally considered to be the best vintage of the lot, but don't let that scare you away. This wine, including the '05, is a MUST buy.
It is a dark velvet color, with a slightly heavy, but not overpowering body. Even to the uninitiated, this wine will be silky smooth, and may be the wine that converts you to the dark side. Wine Spectator gave this wine an 89.
The wine itself is 50% malbec, 30% merlot, 10% cabernet sauvignon, and 10% syrah, all of which can be tasted in the wine. Each grape lends its particular qualities to the overall effect of the wine, making it more interesting with each sip.
This wine will also go over well with your hippie friends, as it is made with gravity power, eliminating the need for electric pumps and is run by seven friends on a shared piece of land.
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