Welcome to MightyGrape, a wine blog that endeavors to bring you a diverse selection of interesting wines from around the world, that will work with your budget (mostly under $15), along with food pairings, all written by a wine lover. I am dedicated to sharing my love of wine with anyone who cares to stop by. Interested in having someone else try a wine you have been dying to try for ages? Leave me a comment, and I will run to the wine store, pick up a bottle, and start drinking. Cheers!
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Malbec – Valle Perdido – 2007
Ah, Malbec, how I love thy smooth, full flavor, and thy long, velvety finish. Yes, this is how much I love Malbec, and you will too! And, there is no need to hesitate when buying a Malbec, as I have had very few bad ones, and this too is another great example.
From Patagonia, Argentina (who knew you could get more than sweaters from Patagonia???), this wine is very easy going, although I do recommend you let it breath for 15 to 20 minutes. What to serve? Any red meat dish¸or red sauce (lamb, beef, red clam sauce, etc). In fact, it would also be a great accompaniment to dark chocolate, or cheese (I am enjoying some Dubliner with it, as I write).
This Malbec tempts with a fruity bouquet, leads you to edge with blackberry and smoke, and climaxes with a soft velvety finish, leaving you wanting more, and more! I know, I just mentioned the “c” word, but it really is that good! For just $9.99, it’s worth picking up a few bottles, for occasions like tonight, cooking a last minute juicy steak on the grill (it’s finally warm enough to grill outside)¸ looking for the perfect bottle of wine, and this is it.
Cheers!
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