Mendoza Malbec

Mendoza Malbec is a full-bodied red wine from Argentina, known for its deep purple color, bold dark fruit flavors, and velvety tannins. It often features notes of blackberry, dark cherry, plum, cocoa, and spice, with a smooth, lingering finish. Mendoza is the world’s leading Malbec region, making this wine widely popular.

Compared to Cahors Malbec in France, though made from the same grape, they offer distinct expressions due to differences in climate, soil, and winemaking traditions. The high-altitude vineyards of Mendoza provide intense sunlight, leading to softer tannins and a rounder mouthfeel. The original home of Malbec, Cahors produces darker, more structured wines with firmer tannins and higher acidity. In short, Mendoza Malbec is lush and approachable, while Cahors Malbec is bold and structured, reflecting their respective terroirs.

Mendoza's sub-regions, like Maipú, Luján de Cuyo or Uco Valley, each bring unique characteristics to Malbec wines, from bold and plush to refined and structured. This wine is from Luján de Cuyo, known as the classic Malbec heartland with vineyards at 900–1,100m altitude.

Malbec pairs beautifully with grilled meats, barbecue, hearty stews, and blue cheese. Asado is Argentina’s iconic barbecue tradition, more than just a meal—it's a social event. It involves slow-grilling beef, pork, and sausages over wood or charcoal, allowing the natural flavors to shine. Meat is often accompanied by chimichurri sauce. Malbec is the perfect pairing for asado because of its bold fruit flavors, smoky undertones, and balanced tannins.