Freddy R. Troya

9.5

Casa Madero – V.3 Red Blend 2013
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Tempranillo – Valle de Parras, Coahuila, Mexico 🇲🇽

Overview
Casa Madero holds a unique place in wine history as the oldest winery in the Americas, established in 1597. The V.3 is a flagship blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Tempranillo, showcasing the depth and elegance of Valle de Parras, one of Mexico’s most historic and promising wine regions.

Aromas & Flavors
Dark berries, plum, and cassis layered with notes of cedar, tobacco, and subtle spice. With age, tertiary notes of dried fig, cocoa, and leather add complexity.

Mouthfeel
Rounded and balanced, the 2013 vintage has matured beautifully. Polished tannins integrate seamlessly with a silky texture, giving both structure and finesse. The finish is long, smooth, and deeply satisfying.

Winemaking Notes
Aged in oak, this wine reflects both modern technique and centuries of winemaking heritage. Casa Madero’s use of high-altitude vineyards allows vibrant acidity to balance richness, a hallmark of its style.

Food Pairing
Ideal with grilled ribeye, lamb shanks, or mole negro. For a more traditional match, pair with carne asada or aged Mexican cheeses.

Verdict
A remarkable red blend that not only delivers balance and longevity but also carries the weight of history. The 2013 still shows vitality, proving how Mexican fine wines can age gracefully.

Personal Pick Highlight
Tasting Casa Madero feels like stepping into history — each glass connects back to 1597, when New World winemaking was just beginning. An unforgettable blend of heritage and pleasure. Cheers! — 21 days ago

M. Christopher Roebuck

9.3

Vegetal and carne nose.

93+ points — 3 years ago

Carla D

9.7

The 2015 nose is so incredibly inviting and it totally follows through on the palette, bursting with berries. Superb accompaniment to carne asada steak or adamant pasta with red peppers and ewephoria cheese. — 5 years ago

Teresa Silva

9.0

More subtle, not really full bodied, very tasty — 5 months ago

Andrea Vega

9.1

Vista: Media-baja, color rubí, opaco, cuerpo medio,
Olor: Fruitcake, Oak, yogurth de fresa, pimienta, carne, cereza, ahumado
Boca: Ataque medio, acidez media, alcohol, tanino moderado — 2 years ago

Joe Estrada

9.5

With a Carne Asada burrito…..awesome — 2 years ago

Scott E. Becker

9.2

[Tasted on January 28, 2022 at Carne Mare in Nashville with Jay]

Blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Merlot. Blueberry and black currant fruit with licorice and restrained oak. Well balanced and elegant. — 4 years ago

John Willison

9.0

Tastes like a Chenin. Good bit of funk. — 9 months ago

Oscar Díaz Maldonado

9.3

Astringente, ligero, fresco, joven, con cuerpo y largas piernas! Espectscular para carne! — a year ago

with Chino

Joey Kee

9.1

My third bottle, no wrong in this bouquet whatsoever....excellent pairing with any Italian or carne. — 3 years ago