The most noticeable unique characteristic of the TRIBU Malbec has to be the pronounced pepperiness all the way through from nose to finish. This peppery quality is rather pleasant; I just wish it didn't overshadow the rest of its characteristics.

And perhaps that spice is trying to compensate for something this wine lacks. it's difficult to actually pinpoint what it is missing. I can only use words like "thin" and "hollow" to describe that missing aspect. I do feel that whatever this wine is missing (and it is missing something), it's akin to forgetting to add salt when cooking food, which has the purpose of bringing out and enhancing the flavors.
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A decent wine. It holds dark berry flavours but what shines through is the big kick in the alcohol and spicy heat department. I wouldn't mind this wine for the right meal, something juicy and high in protein or fat with a bold flavour. The next year's vintage apparently has less alcohol which might make it more balanced if it keeps the rest of its attributes. I will have to try it out some time and compare.

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Bottom of the Bottle:

I will say this many times: I would not hesitate to enjoy this with ANY tomato based cuisine! Beauty in a bottle. It has the most delightfully delicate aromas and flavours and I cannot get over the fantastic after-taste which gives off this spicy yet refreshingly cool sensation that lingers for the long run. It MUST be enjoyed with the right cuisine to reach its full potential though. on its own the tannins can come across a bit harsh and overbearing. Also do not make the mistake of drinking this next to an equally bitter piece of chocolate. It doesn't fare well. Look to your Italian based cuisine to match this Italian based wine. Tomato sauce is an essential alongside this bottle. Get the dish right and this wine has immense potential. 

Bottom of the Bottle:

What I constantly come back to with every sip...actually every gulp, is that this would make a great starter, or universally appeasing, red wine. You know, that type of red wine you pick up when you are not sure if the person or people you are picking it up to share with even like red wine or wine in general. Its quite low on the tannin side, moderate on the acids, nice sturdy alcohol content, sweet but not overly so, good berries with familiar chocolate and cola flavours. It's whole-heartedly gulpable; and while its character is not all that unique, while nothing about it stands out with a bang, everything about it comes together cohesively in a beautiful combination of flavours which speak to a familiar side, making it enjoyable, especially for those new to wine.


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THE BOTTOM OF THE BOTTLE (BOTTOM LINE): 
  
Medium to full bodied, sweet but not too sweet, medium tannins and acidity so you aren't overwhelmed by a bitter taste or mouth-drying aspect. There is currant tart followed by berry power, hints of spicy pepper and the alcohol warmth on the aftertaste. Great with a peppery steak.

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