Mendoza is a large province (nearly the size of Illinois) that is home to 75% of Argentina’s vineyards, and Malbec is the region’s most celebrated grape. Of course, this wasn’t always the case. Malbec’s rise to international fame began in the early 2000s when the country’s political and economic situation stabilized long enough for the wineries to begin investing in improvements once again. Since the 2005 vintage, several producers have garnered top scores for their Malbec wines. So, suffice it to say, Mendoza Malbec isn’t just pleasant mid-week drinking wine, it’s serious business.

Enjoy this widely celebrated Argentinean varietal! Beautifully inky red in color, the lush dark fruit and plumy (almost chocolaty) nose also boasts hints of conifer and pine cone. The palate shows medium/full-bodied, displays ample but well-integrated tannins, and delights with its juicy, robust roundness and lengthy complex finish.