In many respects this is classic Valle de Uco Malbec—floral, fresh, a bit racy, and kissed by rather than drenched in oak. But it takes
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Budget Wine Review: Nieto Senetiner Malbec Lujan de Cuyo 2017
Made from grapes lovingly harvested from vineyards in the Andes, approximately 3000 ft. in elevation and from vines descended from the Ancients. But alas it’s
Budget Wine Review: Diseño “Old Vine” Malbec Mendoza 2017
If I were painting a portrait of a quintessential inexpensive crowd pleaser, this would be it. Tasty, polished, charming—your local spa should hire it as
Budget Wine Review: Clos Siguier Cahors 2015
The original home for Malbec, Cahors in Southwestern France has a reputation for dark tannic wines that need bottle age before drinking. This wine is
Budget Wine Review: Öko Malbec Mendoza 2015 (Made with organically grown grapes)
Öko is a brand of the Prestige Beverage Group, specializing in the marketing of organic wines. There are some nice wines occupying the organic niche.
Budget Wine: Trapiche “Oak Cask” Malbec Mendoza 2014
A quintessential supermarket wine, soft, approachable, and flawless with juicy flavors and enough acidity to keep you refreshed. “Oak Cask” is Trapiche’s entry level line.
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