Episode 43 – Much Ado About Malbec
Pete and VinoMike are ready to talk Malbec! This is one of the most popular grape varietals out there, but that’s a relatively new phenomenon. How did we get from an obscure grape that was used mostly for blending in France to a powerhouse red from Argentina? The guys will walk you through the history and how they came to love the grape.
After the history and regional lessons, VinoMike shares that he is drinking a 2013 Colomé “Altura Máxima” Malbec. This is from the highest elevations in Argentina, and they claim the world, for wine production. This bottle shows off the rugged and ageable side of Argentine Malbec. A gift to VinoMike from some dear friends, this is a special bottle in several ways.
Pete breaks open something for everyday drinking – the 2018 Catena Malbec. This wine is usually $15 to $20. It comes from a trio of high mountain vineyards (3,000 to 5,000 feet above sea level) and is an outstanding value. Although this wine can age for a decade, it is really made to be consumed young. This is perfect for taco Tuesday, burger Thursday or really anytime you want to enjoy!
The guys wrap it up by talking about some pairings for Malbec. Then they got hungry and had to go!
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