Alamos Malbec

The Alamos Malbec is dark-fruited and full-bodied, with aromas of blackberry and cassis, underscored by violets, a hint of leather, and dry herbs. In the glass, it glows in a deep ruby red with violet reflections.

On the palate, the tannins are round and well-integrated; the acidity provides support without being sharp. Six months in barrique barrels give the wine structure without masking the fruit. The finish is long, dark-fruited, with a light spicy note.

The grapes come from the high altitudes of Mendoza, where cool nights preserve the acidity and intense hours of sunshine ensure aromatic ripeness. The result is a Malbec with a concentrated fruit profile and a fresh structure, at 13% vol.

The Alamos Malbec is an uncomplicated companion to grilled food: grilled beef, leg of lamb with rosemary, or a classic steak pick up the dark fruit and tannins well. It also pairs well with game, veal, or tapas like empanadas. If you like it hearty, combine it with aged Manchego – the tannins harmonize with the salty cheese.

Serve the Alamos Malbec at 16–18 °C. Served too warm, it loses its freshness and feels heavy. It is suitable for a barbecue evening during the week as well as an uncomplicated wine for dinner on the weekend, without any need for a special occasion.

If you like the Alamos Malbec, you will find related styles from other regions or with other grape varieties in these wines:

• Chateau Coustarelle Cahors Cuvee Caroline shows how Malbec turns out in its French home of Cahors – denser and earthier than its Argentine counterpart.
• Amalaya de Colomé Valle Calchaquí also comes from the Argentine Andes, but relies on Cabernet Sauvignon instead of Malbec – for everyone who likes the high altitude but is looking for a different grape variety.
• Casa Ferreirinha Esteva Douro DOC brings a similarly fruit-forward, dry style with Tempranillo from the Douro Valley, albeit with Portuguese terroir character.