Malbec is a full-bodied red Argentine wine with fruity flavors and a smooth and velvet texture. It offers an amazing value compared with Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir.
Versatility?
The Argentine Malbec comes in at the middle of the Cabernet and Pinot Noir so it can be offered to both these preferences. It is bold and smooth at a good value with versatility in accompaniment to any kind of grilled or braised foods.
Good value?
Argentine Malbec can be offered at a reasonable price due to the land cost in Argentina compared to European or Napa Valley wines which can be approximately 50 times more in costs.
Why is Malbec the perfect wine for sunny days?
This is an ideal wine to serve with your barbeque entrees because the Argentinian Malbec has a texture and taste that pairs well with grilled meats for those sunny outdoor days.
Best Food Pairings with this Argentine Malbec:
- Barbecue Steak with Chimichurri
- Grilled vegetables
- Lamb Kabobs and Roasts and Chops
- Shiitake Mushrooms and Portobello Mushrooms
- Sausages
- Burgers
Ideal Terroir
Wines from the Argentinian regions are defined by their altitude, proximity to the Andes and their dry desert regions. The grapes that grow in the area are watered by glacial waters that flow down from the Andes to irrigate the vines. The warm climate offers the vineyard no rotting or mildew which results in very little pesticides resulting in Argentina producing more organically grown grapes than any other area.
Main Characteristics of Malbec Wine
FRUIT:
Plum, Blackberry, Black cherry, Blueberry, Raisin, Raspberry
OTHER:
Leather, Black Pepper, Tobacco, Milk Chocolate, Coffee, Mocha, Green Stem, Gravel
OAK:
Vanilla, Chocolate, Mocha
ACID:
Medium
