Tonight I made a sausage, vegetable and BBQ sauce dish. Perfect for a red. I have been looking for another Malbec to rival my earlier favorite.
Wine #15 - 2003 Febus Malbec - Mendoza, Argentina.
The aroma is typical - hints of fruit and spice. Nothing overpowering in either direction. The taste is similar, but more spicy if not paired with food. With food, this is a nice, smooth wine. Without food, this wine is a bit spicy. Not something you would just grab and drink with friends. However, as a meal wine, I highly recommend it.
Best part - $7.99
Showing posts with label Argentina. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Argentina. Show all posts
Tuesday, July 19, 2005
Sunday, April 03, 2005
Sunday Drinking
Another busy week in the books. Sorry I have been away for so long. Tonight I cooked up some marinated chicken and decided to roll with a Malbec.
Wine #11 - 2003 Alamos Malbec- Catena, Argentina.
I didn't have time to do the 20 minute rule, or really let the wine breath. I must say it was spicy. It was a little rough. Later on, I did chill it more and let it breath. It did get much better. The flavor did become a bit more cherry to go along with the spice. It was not as good as the other Malbec I had (Elsa), but it was ok. I give it the mediocre vote.
$9.99
Wine #11 - 2003 Alamos Malbec- Catena, Argentina.
I didn't have time to do the 20 minute rule, or really let the wine breath. I must say it was spicy. It was a little rough. Later on, I did chill it more and let it breath. It did get much better. The flavor did become a bit more cherry to go along with the spice. It was not as good as the other Malbec I had (Elsa), but it was ok. I give it the mediocre vote.
$9.99
Thursday, March 17, 2005
A New One for Me
St. Patrick's Day - a time to celebrate being Irish. And considering my wife and I could technically be Irish citizens, it is time to celebrate. Normally I would be kicking back some black and tans, or maybe a Smithwicks...and I still might...but with my famous Shepherd's Pie, I needed a wine. While I was searching for wines on my birthday money trip, I found variety I had never heard of - Malbec. I got to try one at the Wine Festival, and was impressed. So tonight, I am cracking open the bottle so I can celebrate...Argentina style.
Wine #7 - 2003 Elsa Malbec - Valentin Bianchi, Argentina.
The aroma of this wine is fantastic. It kind of has a plum and cherry fragrance that is not too heavy. In fact, it is not what I would consider an overpowering wine aroma. The taste fits the smell, which I enjoy. Sometimes you get a big surprise when comparing the two, but these fit. The taste is a little fruity with just a hint of spice. The finish is just right - light and not too dry.
If you are looking for a new type of wine (at least new to me) try a Malbec. And let me recommend this one. I may be sticking with wine over beer tonight...maybe.
PS - $7.89
Wine #7 - 2003 Elsa Malbec - Valentin Bianchi, Argentina.
The aroma of this wine is fantastic. It kind of has a plum and cherry fragrance that is not too heavy. In fact, it is not what I would consider an overpowering wine aroma. The taste fits the smell, which I enjoy. Sometimes you get a big surprise when comparing the two, but these fit. The taste is a little fruity with just a hint of spice. The finish is just right - light and not too dry.
If you are looking for a new type of wine (at least new to me) try a Malbec. And let me recommend this one. I may be sticking with wine over beer tonight...maybe.
PS - $7.89
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