Grape · Red
Malbec
RedWSET level 2
Thick skin, very intense dark color. Fuller and riper in Argentina than in France (Cahors). Medium tannin, soft and fruity. Altitude gives freshness.
- Origin
- Cahors, France
- Climate
- Warm, high altitude
- Skin colour
- Very dark, thick
- Alcohol
- 13.5-15%
- Ageing potential
- Good
Taste profile
Aromas
- Blackberry
- Plum
- Violet
- Chocolate
- Coffee
- Spices
Where does it grow?
- Argentina (Mendoza)
- Cahors (France)
- Chile
- California
Key wines
- Mendoza Malbec
- Cahors
- Uco Valley Malbec
Food
Steak, BBQ, spicy dishes, hard cheeses
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