Alacran Red Blend

The scorpion is a symbol of protection, survival and perhaps a bad boy image. Alacrán’s chose the scorpion for their label as their wines are from the land and survive where very few can. They developed this blend as a homage to the great survivor. With over 100 years of experience, this small operation of wine producers are passionate about what they do. They source only the best fruit for their wines from various areas in Mendoza (Valle de Uco, Lujan de Cuyo, Maipú and Rivadavia), top quality and terroir reflection are their goal. They produce a variety of wine series in red, white and rosé. This one in particular is the Alacràn serious - there’s no turning back once you have tasted the Alacràn series. Their “poison” is infections and delicious.

Alacrán Petal Blend 2018

Andes Growers

Mendoza, Argentina

14% abv

Blend: 50% Malbec, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot

Aged for 12 months in French Oak Barrels.

Pours into the glass a deep ruby color with a purple rim

Swirl and ripe black bruits, dried rose petals and fruits and sweet tobacco leaf.

Sip and the vivacity of the acid, fine yet grippy tannins and generous body are balanced with the flavors of ripe blackberry, blueberry, black plum, black cherry, bell pepper, sweet tobacco leaf, vanilla and finishes on a smokey mint and licorice. There is a a lot going in the long lingering finish. 


This is a grill wine - grilled rosemary rack of lamb, grilled venison peppercorn medallions or a big tomahawk steak. If you’d rather try some green peppercorn terrine or aged cheddar, give that a try as well.