Malbec wine


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Malbec was once one of the main wine varieties produced in Bordeaux. But then, in the 1950s, the grapes of this variety died out in France, and its popularity fell to the ground. It is now produced in small quantities only in the French provinces of Gascony and Cahors, and it is one of those wines that is almost black in color and highly aromatic. tannin content.

However, the fact that Malbec has fallen out of favor in France doesn't mean it's unloved anywhere else. It so happened that in the 19th century, it arrived in Chile and Argentina, where it's better known as Côt. In Argentina, it gained such popularity that it became one of the best wines sold in the country. Its noble flavor features hints of violet and plum, complemented by elegant tannins. However, it is also known and consumed throughout the world.

Malbec wine


Main characteristics:

Color: red, from dark ruby ​​to almost black.

Taste: The wine has an expressive taste and aroma, high density and richness with hints of prunes.

Other names: Auxerre (Auxerrois, France), Côte (Ct, France; Cot, Chile).

What do they mix it with? Usually with Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Bordeaux.

Countries of origin: France: Cahors, Loire; Chile; Argentina; Australia; South Africa.

Drink or store? You can drink it and store it.

Price: from 4.99 to 30 euros per bottle.



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