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    Fuego Blanco Cabernet Franc Malbec – Yabba Dabba Doo!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 14, 2020 Last Updated: May 26, 2021

    Fuego Blanco Cabernet Franc Malbec – Yabba Dabba Doo!

    Another excellent find from Argentina, the Fuego Blanco Valle Del Silex Cabernet Franc Malbec available at Costco. 60% Cabernet Franc and 40% Malbec from vineyards 4,500 feet above sea level in Valle de Pedernal, San Juan, Argentina. The two varieties are co-fermented (see … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Cabernet Franc, Costco, Malbec

    Domaine Bousquet Reserve Malbec – Fresh and Juicy

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 15, 2020 Last Updated: June 18, 2021

    Domaine Bousquet Reserve Malbec – Fresh and Juicy

    Well-made and priced right, the Domaine Bousquet Reserve Malbec made with organic grapes. 85% Malbec, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot and 5% Syrah (all organically grown) from estate vineyards at an altitude of 4000ft in Gualtallary Valley, Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza, … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Highly Recommended, Malbec, Organic, Vegan

    Insider Deal! Washington Wine from Waterbrook for the Win

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: November 20, 2019 Last Updated: January 14, 2022

    Insider Deal! Washington Wine from Waterbrook for the Win

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Two fantastic wines from Washington State for one low price, the Waterbrook Cabernet Sauvignon and Waterbrook Malbec! Grab our latest … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Cabernet Sauvignon, Deals, Insider Deals, Malbec, Washington

    Tussock Jumper Malbec – Freshly Done

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: October 29, 2019 Last Updated: June 1, 2021

    Tussock Jumper Malbec – Freshly Done

    Tasty Malbec at a great price, the Tussock Jumper Malbec. 100% Malbec from from Tulum Valley, San Juan, Argentina. The wine spends 3 months in French and American oak barrels and has 4.5 g/L of residual sugar. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Malbec

    Evanta Malbec – Unobjectionable

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 12, 2019 Last Updated: May 30, 2021

    Evanta Malbec – Unobjectionable

    The 2018 Evanta Malbec from Aldi. It doesn't live up to the hype of the 2017 vintage, but it's not bad for just $3.99. Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Aldi, Argentina, Malbec

    INSIDER DEAL! Vacationer Rosé - R&R in a Bottle

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 11, 2019 Last Updated: January 14, 2022

    INSIDER DEAL! Vacationer Rosé - R & R in a Bottle

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Make summer last forever with 45% off the Dennen Vacationer Rosé from Smith Devereux. Only available for 5 days! … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Malbec, Rosé, Thanksgiving

    Mercana Malbec – Very Nice

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 27, 2019 Last Updated: May 28, 2021

    Mercana Malbec – Very Nice

    Solid and savory, the Mercana Malbec from Winc. Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina. The wine obviously has some oak influence but the amount is not specified. It is also vegan friendly. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Malbec, Winc

    Amalaya Malbec - Smooth, Sophisticated and Sultry

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 27, 2019 Last Updated: May 30, 2021

    Amalaya Malbec - Smooth, Sophisticated and Sultry

    Yummy, yum, yum, yum. The Amalaya Malbec, a consistently good wine. 85% Malbec, 10% Tannat and 5% Petit Verdot from the Finca Las Mercedes vineyard at 5,900 feet above sea level in Cafayete - Calchaqui Valley, Argentina. 25% of the wine spends 8 months in French oak … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Costco, Highly Recommended, Malbec

    Tapiz Black Tears Malbec - A Beautiful Tapestry

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 13, 2019 Last Updated: June 1, 2021

    Tapiz Black Tears Malbec - A Beautiful Tapestry

    Wonderfully rich, smooth and savory Malbec from a high altitude vineyard in Mendoza, the Tapiz Black Tears. Saturday Splurge! 100% Malbec from the San Pablo Estate vineyard at 1400 meters (4,430 feet) above sea level in the Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina. The with is aged … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Malbec, Saturday Splurge

    Colomé Estate Malbec - A Marvelous Meaty Malbec

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 18, 2019 Last Updated: May 30, 2021

    Colomé Estate Malbec - A Marvelous Meaty Malbec

    Get thee to Costco for this one! The Colomé Estate Malbec from high altitude vineyards in Salta. 100% Malbec from high altitude vineyards in the Upper Calchaqui Valley, Salta, Argentina. The wine spends 15 months in French oak barrels and another 6 months in bottle before … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Costco, Highly Recommended, Malbec

    Argentinian Adventures Part 2: Malbec

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 16, 2019 Last Updated: August 28, 2021

    Argentinian Adventures Part 2: Malbec

    The variety that put Argentinian wine on the map. Last week, in part 1 of this series, we attempted to introduce you to the breadth of wines (beyond Malbec) that can be found in Argentina. We also gave you an opportunity to taste some of our favorites in our first ever Flash … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Featured, Malbec, Wine Travel

    El Ganador Malbec - Winning

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 28, 2019 Last Updated: May 30, 2021

    El Ganador Malbec - Winning

    At only $8, it's hard to go wrong with this one, the El Ganador Malbec from Mendoza. 100% Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina. 10% is aged in new French oak for six months and then the wine spends another six months in bottle before release. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Malbec

    Trivento Amado Sur Malbec Blend - An Excellent Choice

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 8, 2019 Last Updated: June 1, 2021

    Trivento Amado Sur Malbec Blend - An Excellent Choice

    A delightfully rich and fruity red blend from Mendoza, the Trivento Amado Sur Malbec Blend. 70% Malbec, 20% Bonarda and 10% Syrah from Mendoza, Argentina. The wine is aged for 6 months in stainless steel and another 5 months in bottle before release. The wine is made … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Highly Recommended, Malbec, Red Blends, Thanksgiving, Vegan

    Norton Coleccion Malbec – A Trader Joe's $6 Value

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 1, 2019 Last Updated: June 1, 2021

    Norton Coleccion Malbec – A Trader Joe's $6 Value

    Six dollars well spent, the solid Bodega Norton Coleccion Malbec. 100% Malbec from Argentina. The wine has 8.2 g/L of residual sugar. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Malbec, Trader Joe's

    La Posta Fazzio Malbec - Fabulous

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 16, 2019 Last Updated: May 28, 2021

    La Posta Fazzio Malbec - Fabulous

    Another juicy, smooth and delicious single-vineyard wine from La Posta, the Fazzio Malbec. 100% Malbec from 12 year old vines at 3,500 feet of elevation in Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina. The wine was aged for 12 months with 10% in new French oak barrels, 70% in … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Highly Recommended, Malbec

    Trivento Reserve Malbec - A Sub-$10 Steal

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 4, 2018 Last Updated: June 1, 2021

    Trivento Reserve Malbec - A Sub-$10 Steal

    Your new rich, spicy and smooth house red, the Trivento Malbec Reserve. 100% Malbec from Lujan de Cuyo (50%) and Uco Valley (50%), Mendoza, Argentina. The wine was aged in French oak barrels for 6 months and another 5 months in bottle before release. It has 2.5 g/L of … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Malbec

    La Posta Paulucci Malbec - Truly Good

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: November 13, 2018 Last Updated: June 1, 2021

    La Posta Paulucci Malbec - Truly Good

    The super savory La Posta Paulucci Malbec. 100% Malbec from 43 year old vines at 3,050 feet of elevation in Ugarteche, Lujan de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina. The wine was aged for 12 months with 10% in new French oak barrels, 70% in second and third use French oak and the … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Highly Recommended, Malbec

    La Posta Pizzella Malbec - Dark, Inky and Delicious

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: November 6, 2018 Last Updated: May 24, 2021

    La Posta Pizzella Malbec - Dark, Inky and Delicious

    A Bulk Buy on the La Posta Pizzella Malbec, one of several single-grower, single-vineyard wines from Laura Catena of Catena Zapata. 100% Malbec from 15 year old vines at 3,600 feet of elevation in Altamira, La Consulta, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina. The wine was aged … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Bulk Buy, Malbec

    Mercer Horse Heaven Hills Malbec - Lots To Love

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: October 10, 2018 Last Updated: June 1, 2021

    Mercer Horse Heaven Hills Malbec - Lots To Love

    Loaded with good flavors, the Mercer Horse Heaven Hills Malbec is a great example of what Washington State can do with this variety. 78% Malbec and 22% Cabernet Sauvignon from the Spice Cabinet Vineyard in the Horse Heaven Hills, Columbia Valley, Washington. The wine was … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Highly Recommended, Malbec, Washington

    Norton Reserva Malbec - Dependably Satisfying

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: October 1, 2018 Last Updated: May 23, 2021

    Norton Reserva Malbec - Dependably Satisfying

    Classic Malbec at a great price, the Norton Reserva Malbec. 100% Malbec from 30 to 50 year old vines in Lujan de Cuyo (50%) and Valle de Uco (50%), Mendoza, Argentina. The wine was aged for 12 months in first and second use French oak barrels and then another 10 months in … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Highly Recommended, Malbec

    Domaine Bousquet Malbec - Just Plain Good

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 1, 2018 Last Updated: May 30, 2021

    Domaine Bousquet Malbec - Just Plain Good

    A solid, tasty Malbec made from organically grown grapes and available at a great price, the Domaine Bousquet Malbec. 100% Malbec made from organically grown grapes in Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina. The wine has residual sugar of 3.8 g/L. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Malbec, Organic

    Kunde Malbec - A Smooth and Savory Splurge

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 30, 2018 Last Updated: June 1, 2021

    Kunde Malbec - A Smooth and Savory Splurge

    A luscious Malbec from Sonoma Valley, the Destination Series Kunde Malbec. The Kunde Malbec is 100% Malbec from Sonoma Valley, California. The wine was aged in small French and American oak cooperage (24% new) for 19 months. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Malbec, Saturday Splurge

    Santa Julia Plus Malbec - More Please!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 15, 2018 Last Updated: May 21, 2021

    Santa Julia Plus Malbec - More Please!

    Delicious Malbec at an outstanding price, the Santa Julia Plus Malbec. 100% Malbec from Maipu, Santa Rosa and Uco Valley vineyards in Mendoza, Argentina. 30% of the wine was aged in French oak barrels for 4 months and it has residual sugar of 4 g/L. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Malbec

    90 Plus Cellars Lot 23 Old Vine Malbec - Magnificent Malbec

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 24, 2018 Last Updated: May 21, 2021

    90 Plus Cellars Lot 23 Old Vine Malbec - Magnificent Malbec

    A fabulous representation of Malbec at a fantastic price! Malbec from the Lujan de Coyo region of Mendoza, Argentina. Fermented in stainless steel and then aged for 6 months in a combination of new and used French oak. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: 90 Plus Cellars, Argentina, Highly Recommended, Malbec

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