Kaitlyn Kosarek

9.4

Very nicely balanced. Can definitely taste the bourbon and oak. — 11 days ago

Freddy R. Troya

8.9

Mascota Vineyards — Unánime Gran Vino 2021 — Mendoza, Argentina 🇦🇷

Overview
A heavily extracted, Cabernet Sauvignon–led blend built in a bold, high-impact style. Dense, structured, and oak-driven, this wine prioritizes power and concentration over finesse, delivering an intense, muscular expression that leans rustic and grippy rather than polished.

Aromas & Flavors
Dried black fruits, cassis paste, dark plum, cocoa nibs, espresso, charred oak, leather, and smoky spice.

Mouthfeel
Full-bodied and bone dry with aggressive tannins and firm grip. High structure, noticeable oak, and a drying finish. More forceful than elegant, demanding either extended aging or very rich food.

Food Pairings
Best with fatty or hearty dishes — ribeye, short ribs, brisket, grilled sausages, or smoky BBQ.

Verdict
Well-made but stylistically too intense for my palate. Built for those who love bold, extracted, powerhouse Cabernets rather than balance or finesse.

Personal Pick
Appreciate the craftsmanship, but not my lane. I’ll take elegance and freshness over muscle any day.

🍷 Did You Know?
“Unánime” means “unanimous,” referring to the winery team’s collective agreement that this is their flagship, most powerful expression. — 5 months ago

Carol Montoya

9.0

Tasted at Total Wine & bought a bottle. A little fruity. Not too bold. Good with steak. — 7 months ago

Gary Wilson

8.9

Good Argentinian Cabernet. Mendoza is becoming a serious powerhouse in wine. Their Malbecs are impressive and now they are producing quality Cabs. $30 for a 1.5 L from Total Wines. — 10 months ago

Melissa Mesko

9.0

A nice light Chardonnay. No oak or heavy butter. Slightly butterscotch and crisp apples. Sweet at first then a tart finish — 4 years ago

Krystalle Duffy

9.2

Medium bodied and fruity. Smooth drinking. I love this! Not usually a fan of sweeter wines, but this one had a subtle touch of sweetness that I enjoyed. — 5 years ago

Judi Kruse

8.9

Fruity medium body - yummy - will buy again — 20 days ago

Julie Benson-Kaludis

9.5

This 2024 Malbec was great. Would definitely purchase again. — 3 months ago

Jeremiah Diaz

9.2

Clear, pale ruby in color; on the nose, it's clean with medium intensity aromas of hibiscus, cloves, and dried leaves; on the palate, it's dry with medium acidity, medium tannins, high alcohol, medium body, and pronounced primary flavors of cherries, raspberries, and wet slate with a long finish. This wine is balanced and intense. Overall, I rate this wine as very good. — 7 months ago

Judi Kruse

8.9

Very smooth! — 9 months ago

Scot Walker

8.9

Red fruit in the nose with blueberries and raspberries i. The palate. The flavor was enhanced with a beef stick and white cheddar cheese, but neutral with chocolate chip cookies or chocolate covered cherries. — 2 years ago

katy donkin

9.2

Really smooth wine, great with steak — 5 years ago

Joyce Brooks

9.2

Jammy and full bodied $8 — 5 years ago

Sagee Aran

8.9

full body. Overwhelming. — 2 months ago

ESF

8.9

no notes - app eats — 2 months ago

Sagee Aran

9.0

Purplish in color, thick and chewy. Mild nose, good tanins and structure. — 5 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.4

Mascota Vineyards – Magnánime Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
Mendoza – Argentina 🇦🇷

Overview
Crafted from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, Magnánime is Mascota Vineyards’ flagship wine, designed to showcase the depth and structure possible in Mendoza’s high-altitude terroir. The 2015 vintage is drinking at its peak, balancing power and refinement after nearly a decade of cellaring.

Aromas & Flavors
Opens with concentrated blackcurrant, blackberry, and cassis, layered with cedar, graphite, and dark chocolate. Subtle tertiary notes of tobacco, leather, and spice reveal its age and evolution.

Mouthfeel
Full-bodied and structured, with firm yet polished tannins. Decanting for 45 minutes softened its edges, revealing layers of fruit and earth. The finish is silky, delicate, and persistent, showing remarkable balance.

Food Pairings
Best with grilled ribeye, lamb chops, braised short ribs, or aged cheeses. Also pairs beautifully with mushroom or truffle-based dishes.

Verdict
A serious and multilayered Mendoza Cabernet Sauvignon. Magnánime 2015 is proof that Argentina produces world-class Cabernet to rival Bordeaux and Napa, while offering its own distinct Andes-driven identity. Peak drinking window right now. 🍷

Did You Know? 📌
Mascota Vineyards has gained international acclaim for its Gran Mascota and Unánime blends, but the single-varietal Magnánime Cabernet Sauvignon is considered their crown jewel, produced in very limited quantities. — 9 months ago

Elizabeth Hanes

9.0

Wow. Bursts with flavor at the first sip. Not overly tannic. Definitely will buy again. — 3 years ago

Jerry Ehrlich

9.0

Outstanding full bodied.. enjoyed with a nice juicy steak.. rare treat — 5 years ago

Megan Yuen

9.2

Akshays 30th birthday wine (complex smooth, wish it was bolder with heavier tannins) — 5 years ago