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Malbec

Malbec is the synonymous grape of South America, particularly Argentina and Chile; although, it is biologically native to France. Malbec produces some of the most popular red wine in the world: full-bodied, meaty, rustic, ripe and juicy. It almost goes without saying, but Malbec is the perfect match for barbequed ribeye steak with chimichurri.

General Characteristics

Colour: Red

Dryness: Dry

Tannin: Medium (+)

Body: Medium (+)

Acidity: Medium

ABV: Medium (+): 13.5-15%

Flavours: Jam Raspberry Strawberry Cherry Cranberry Pomegranate Redcurrant Clay Dust Soil Blackberry Bramble Black Pepper White Pepper Eucalyptus Menthol Mint Baking Spice Cinnamon Nutmeg Cedar Oak Smoke Tobacco Cardamom Clove Ginger