The Waxed Bat Reserve 2019
Classic Movie Pairing
Spartacus (1960)Kirk Douglas has never played a more heroic character than the rebellious Spartacus, a historical figure who led his fellow slaves in a dramatic revolt against the Roman Empire. The film is a bold effort, helmed by a young Stanley Kubrick and costarring legendary actors like Laurence Olivier, Charles Laughton, Jean Simmons, and an Oscar-winning Peter Ustinov – an incredible cast that gives the movie a layer of polish, matching well with this deliciously rich Argentine blend of Cabernet and Malbec.
The Wine
The Waxed Bat Reserve is a full-bodied red with ripe blackberry and plum aromas, framed by elegant notes of smoke and vanilla. The palate offers rich black-fruit flavors, soft tannins and a long, layered, well-integrated finish that recalls vanilla and toasted baking spices.
The Name
Argentine legend Opi Sadler is beloved by customers and critics alike for his rich reds. His sumptuous Waxed Bat Reserve is even richer, darker and more intense than the original. It also has dozens of illustrious accolades to its name—including a 93-point gold medal from Gilbert & Gaillard for this 2020 release.
Opi and his team hand harvested the ripest Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec from his favorite Mendoza vineyards. And since “Argentina has four excellent vintages in a row including 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020” (critic James Suckling), the quality of the grapes was truly top notch. After assembling the perfect blend, Opi gave the concentrated juice a 12-month slumber in the finest oak barrels. Over to G&G judges for what to expect in the glass:
The Region
“Smoke, ash and pepper on the nose accented by jammy red and black fruits. Very elegant palate both for the tannins and flavours. Intense fusion of fruit and oak with remarkable length.” Our two cents: its rich black fruit and toasty vanilla notes make it perfect for barbecued or roasted meats.
With Food
The Waxed Bat Reserve is a full-bodied red with ripe blackberry and plum aromas, framed by elegant notes of smoke and vanilla. The palate offers rich black-fruit flavors, soft tannins and a long, layered, well-integrated finish that recalls vanilla and toasted baking spices.
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