Although Malbec is a slowly abandoned type of wine , he certainly didn't say his last word. He found a new background in South America, where he got to the top in sales for very good reasons. Would you like a drink too?
Malbec - origin, distribution and specifics of the variety
This vine comes from the French region of Médoc. Today it is also grown in Italy, where it spread in the middle of the 19th century. You will find great representatives mainly in Veneto, Sardinia, Abruzzo and Friuli-Venezia Giulia. However, interest in Malbec in Europe is declining and is being replaced by more tradable Cabernet and Merlot. He is currently finding adoptive soil in Argentina, where he is the most cultivated variety of red grapes.
How Malbec smells and tastes
Malbec intense red color, full structure, stop the delicate and harmonious scent is often confused with the more widespread Merlot. The palate is fresh with a delicate and pleasant acidity, with very persistent fruit and spicy flavors, dominated by cherries, currants, plums, forest raspberries and blackberries. These tones also predominate if we focus on its aroma. It complements the herbal background of gentian, dandelion and fern.
What dishes to combine with Malbec
You can enjoy Malbech wines for risotto, whether based on meat or vegetarian form with mushrooms. Probably not surprisingly, it goes well with meat dishes - it accompanies the red and white, smoked, stewed, grilled and venison perfectly. You can also try it in the company of mature cheeses, it will not disappoint you. Serve ideally at a temperature of 18-20 ° C in wider glasses, where it can fully develop.
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