Malbec is a red wine that comes from the southern wine-growing region of Argentina. It has a soft, fruity, and rich taste. If you’ve never tried this wine, now is the time!
Malbec is one of the most popular red wines in Argentina and worldwide. Many wine lovers consider it one of the world’s greatest red wines.
Here, you’ll learn how to serve Malbec!
How To Serve Malbec
In general, Malbec has a robust, dark fruity flavor that is perfect for serving with BBQ, red meat, lamb, herbs, tacos, tapas, and flavorful dishes like spaghetti and meatballs.
Chill Malbec before serving in a wine cooler or refrigerator set to between 63 and 66 degrees Fahrenheit.
Malbec is a young, high-tannin wine that improves flavor and softens when given aeration or decanted.
Try aerating a single glass to see if flavor improves before doing a whole bottle.
What Is Malbec Wine?
Malbec is the most famous wine that comes from Argentina where the grape thrives in the climate.
It originated in France, but the grape was hard to grow so it didn’t become a popular variety there.
Malbec is the perfect wine for Argentina which is also famous for beef production.
Malbec shines when paired with fresh steak, so it’s a favorite with BBQ, lamb and herbs, burgers, tacos, and even sushi.
Read our related article, What to Pair With Malbec, for meal and snack pairing ideas!
Where Can You Find Malbec?
Malbec is a high-tannin red wine that comes from the southern wine-growing region of Argentina.
It has a soft, fruity, and rich taste. It tastes like dark blackberries, chocolate, vanilla, plum, and sweet tobacco.
Malbec is one of the most popular red wines in Argentina and worldwide.
Many wine lovers consider it one of the world’s greatest red wines. You can find it at any alcohol retailer or in online wine stores.
Check out this video to get a feel for what makes Malbec so special.
What Are The Malbec Tasting Notes?
You should expect to find notes of cherries, plums, and figs in the aroma and taste of the wine. The wine will also have a soft and smooth feel, especially after aeration.
The body of the wine will be full and medium-bodied, with a high ABV up to 15%. It will be moderately sweet with low acidity.
There are many varieties of Malbec. If you discover you love one bottle, we challenge you to try more and experience the full range of Malbec flavors.
Read our related article, Carmenere vs Malbec Wine. We take a look at these two beloved South American wines!
Should You Drink Malbec With Dinner?
Yes, Malbec is excellent table wine. It has a robust flavor and filling texture, so take it easy if you want to enjoy a full meal.
Malbec is famously delicious with steak and burger BBQ meals.
Try serving Malbec with tapas or charcuterie because it holds up well to various flavors and the fruity chocolate and vanilla flavor pairs perfectly with cheese, crackers, sliced meats, and fresh fruit.
Read More: Wine Grapes vs Table Grapes. Learn about these two types of grapes commonly eaten and used in wine making!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Malbec Pair With Sushi?
You should usually match your sushi with a lighter type of wine.
The best wine with sashimi includes Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay since they generally work well with seafood.
However, Malbec pairs well with spicy sushi rolls, and the fruitiness is a smooth complement to flavors of horseradish or red peppers.
Q: Does Malbec Pair With Spicy Foods?
Malbec holds its own very well with spicy foods and is a favorite wine to drink with spicy tacos and robustly spiced steaks.
Consider pairing Malbec with jalapeno burgers, poppers, or spicy chili.
See our related article on What Wine Goes With Fish Tacos (and other tacos) for more pairing ideas!
Wrap Up
Malbec wine is the most famous wine from Argentina, and it embodies the flavor of the sunny hillsides of this lovely country.
It pairs perfectly with the rich foods of Argentina, making it a favorite dinner wine.