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Los Carneros Malbec

Los Carneros Malbec Wine Details
Price: $35.00 per bottle

Description: Close your eyes, open a bottle of our 2002 Malbec, and find yourself on a lush and exotic retreat. From the blueberry, cinnamon and allspice, guava, plum and rose petal aroma to the rich, tropical taste with soft tannins, balanced acidity, and a long finish, this velvety wine will transport you! 150 cases produced. Gold medal winner at the 2005 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.

Varietal Definition
Malbec:
Originating from the Bordeaux region of France, this grape is among the "big six" for red wine grapes. Malbec is typically a medium to full-bodied red wine. Ripe fruit flavors of plums and blackberry give it a jammy characteristic. The tannins are typically a bit tight and the earthy, wood-like appeal makes for a fairly rustic wine. Malbec goes well with roast meats such as chicken or turkey. It should be served at 58F and can be aged for up to 5 years typically.


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