Malbec, one of the 10 most important global trends in the beverage sector

Some may think that talking about World Malbec Day (which is celebrated tomorrow) is exaggerated, if not presumptuous, on the part of the Argentineans. However, many international experts consider this strain as the protagonist of one of the most important trends in the world of beverages. In fact, last week, the prominent English publication
The Drink Business has included in the top 10 most relevant trends of the past 15 years. "No list of trends in drinks would be complete if it did not include Malbec, a variety that was infiltrating all the markets, and especially restaurants specializing in meat," said The Drink Business.

Malbec grape variety is not only the most widely consumed variety in Argentina (concentrating 37.8% of all varietal wines sold in the domestic market), but also the main constraint on exports: it accounts for 42% of exports. of wine, if the volume is considered in liters, or 62%, if the monetary value (FOB-US $) is taken into account. But one aspect emphasized by The Drink Business – and coincides with what other critics point out – is the growing diversity offered by Argentinian Malbec: "while the average consumer can see Malbec as the juicy red and deep red that Perfect with meats, Argentinian malbec now has many shapes, ranging from herbal, aromatic and spicy styles to concentrated expressions, tannic and chocolate notes. "

If they are different styles, we will follow some recommendations that focus on Mendoza (where 85% of Argentinian Malbec originates), which include clbadics and novelties, mid-range wines and wines high-end (the most accessible are those of another note). but all, all !, super recommendable.

Lagarde Bio Malbec 2018

Lagarde Winery

A fresh and very drinkable red wine – and a newcomer – that emphasizes ripe fruit. Intense purplish red color, predominantly red fruit aromas, with some herbaceous notes behind. On the palate, it is agile, with fine measured tannins, high acidity and fruity aromas. Tip: decant a little before opening. Price:
380 pesos.

Luigi Bosca Malbec D.O.C. 2016

Luigi Bosca Producer

One of the first Argentinian wines with an appellation of origin, this malbec is an intense red and its color. Its aromas combine the fruit with spices, while its mouth is full with fine but very present tannins and intense fruit aromas accompanied by toasted wood. Price:
700 pesos.

Carmela Durigutti Malbec 2016

Durigutti Family Winemakers

Violáceo in the glbad, this Malbec made by Pablo Durigutti comes from vineyards planted in 1966 in Las Compuertas, Luján de Cuyo (Mendoza), which worked according to biological methods. In its aromas, the acidic fruits mingle with herbaceous notes, while in the mouth it presents a tense and juicy acidity, fine tannins and a lot of volume. Price:
415 pesos.

Terrazas de los Andes Single Vineyard Las Compuertas Malbec 2015

Terrazas de los Andes

A loyal representative of Luján de Cuyo (Mendoza), it is an extremely expressive Malbec with a fruity profile, in which the contributions of the cask are very well integrated. The aromas are composed of ripe red and black fruits (mainly plum), accompanied by some notes of cocoa and toasted wood. The palate is silky, with a large volume in the mouth and a long fruity finish. Price:
850 pesos.

Potrero Malbec 2017

Grazing wines

Label already having its place in wine bars, this Potrero is a red wine of excellent value, which combines the fruit of Malbec with its floral appearance and the mineral expression generally obtained in Gualtallary. (Uco Valley). . In the aromas and flavors are intertwined ripe plum and vanilla woods. A little chalk in the middle of the tongue, ripe tannins and a fruity finish. Price:
390 pesos.

Casarena Single Vineyard Lauren Malbec 2015

Casarena Winery & Vineyards

From the coldest part of Agrelo (Mendoza) comes this purplish red malbec with austere nose (although it is possible to find plums, chocolate and spices), but that shines in mouth. Its entry is juicy, with fine tannins and a note of ripe and sweet fruits; It is agile, drinks easily and has a good structure to handle red meat without anything lean. Price:
749 pesos.

Appellation Malbec 2016 from Cadus Tupungato

Cadus wines

From the valley of Uco, specifically from Gualtallary, comes this fresh and modern malbec, which stands out for its texture in the mouth. The nose of plum is green, with aromas also violet, its entry into the mouth is sweet and sour, and there is intense flavor of fresh plum, with some touch herbaceous. It is perceived in the middle of the tongue that today we appreciate the texture "chalk", in a complex red but at the same time very easy to drink alone or with food
710 pesos.

Casa Boher Malbec 2016

Cavas Rosell Boher

A good workaholic, suitable for various consumer profiles. With a friendly nose in which the toast of the wood appears first and then the fruit, on the palate it is soft and agile, with fine tannins, good acidity and a plum flavor accompanied by tobacco notes. A very neat red, which invites to eat and in which the wood is present but is not invasive. Price:
470 pesos.

Angelica Zapata Malbec Haute 2015

Catena Zapata

Mixed with Malbec from different Mendocino vineyards, Angelica is a red of complexity and elegance. The nose offers fruity, floral and spicy aromas, as well as delicate notes of wood, while on the palate, it combines body, structure and minerality to a freshness that invites tasting. Example that malbec can be a wine of guard, it is necessary to wait a few years. Price:
1270 pesos.

Escorihuela Gascón Small Malbec Productions 2016

Escorihuela Gascón

Another outstanding blend of Malbecs, other good Malbec de guarda. Intense red color, its aromas include ripe red fruits, spices and some earthy and smoky notes. The palate has a sweet fruit entree, which is accompanied by spicy and toasty flavors. It is enveloping and fresh, with a lingering fruity finish on the palate. Price:
830 pesos.