2009 Andes Nevados Mendoza, Argentina Malbec

About This Wine

Originally grown in the southeast of France, Malbec has turned into the premier wine from Argentina.

Malbec acquires different characteristics based upon the weather and soil conditions where it’s grown. In the area of Maipu, part of the vast Mendoza growing region of Argentina, it attains its highest development, surpassing other regions in the country. This is the home of Andes Nevados.

For its 2009 bottling of Malbec, Andes Nevados winemaker Ramon Salvatierra sourced grapes from the highly acclaimed Cruz de Piedra Vineyard. Harvesting of the Malbec grapes took place over a 30-day period in March 2009 as each block of grapes, one after another, attained full ripeness.

Beautiful to look at (red with black tints and a shade of purple), beguiling to smell (with a smoky fruit aroma), and engaging on the palate, the wine is delicate yet full-flavored — and certainly deserving of the star role that the variety enjoys in Argentina.

About Malbec

A midseason ripener, it can bring very deep color, ample tannin, and a particular plum-like flavor component to add complexity to claret blends.

Tasting Notes

• Grape Composition:100% Malbec
• Grape Source:Maipu Growing Area of Argentina’s Mendoza Region
• Aromas & Flavors:Blackberry, Smoke, Plum and Hints of Cherry and Earth
• Aging Vessels:Stainless Steel Tanks for 7 Months
• When to Drink:Now Through 2013
• Food Pairing Suggestiongame meats, or pasta with a red sauce.

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Recipes.

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  Pinot Noir Sauce Try this flavorful sauce over lamb or prime rib, and serve with Pinot Noir, Malbec or a red blend... Get The Recipe
  

  Pan Fried Lamb Chops This recipe, which makes 4 servings, features flavors that can be enjoyed with virtually any red wine. Turn it into a complete meal with a side dish jasmine rice. Get The Recipe
  

  Tuscan Style Roasted Game Hens If you're looking for a change from turkey or ham this holiday season, try this easy-to-prepare dish that matches well with both white and red wines. It serves 6... Get The Recipe
  

  Tomato Pesto Pasta A wonderful match with Cabernet Sauvignon, this recipe helps bring out the fruitful quality of the wine. It also matches nicely with other red wines, and serves 4. Get The Recipe
  

  French Lamb Shank Stew With White Beans This recipe, from "The Mauna Loa Macadamia Cooking Treasury," matches wonderfully with Malbec, Merlot Sangiovese or Rhone red blends. It serves 6... Get The Recipe
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  Smoked Salmon Penne Pasta In a world of "anything goes" food-and-wine pairing, we're always on the lookout for recipes that match well with either white or red wines. This is one such recipe, and it makes two servings... Get The Recipe
  

  Pork Tenderloin With Tart Cherry Port And Caraway Sauce This delicious recipe from Sonoma County's J. Fritz Winery matches beautifully with almost any red wine. It makes 4 to 6 servings. Get The Recipe
  

  Slow Cooking Stew A flavorful wine such as Malbec or Merlot calls for a flavorful main dish. This tasty recipe fits the bill deliciously, and makes about 6 servings. And now that the kids are back in school, be aware that it's a meal you... Get The Recipe