Summary
In this conversation, Paul and John discuss Malbec wines from different regions, including Argentina and Colorado. They highlight the high altitude vineyards in both regions and compare the characteristics of the wines. They taste three different Malbecs and appreciate the unique flavors and profiles of each. They emphasize the importance of trying wines from different regions to explore the diversity of the grape. Overall, they conclude that Colorado Malbec can compete with those from Argentina.
Wines Tasted:
Cedre Heritage Cahors
Amalaya 2021 Malbec Salta Argentina
Bookcliff Vineyards 2022 Colorado Malbec
Keywords
Malbec, wine, Argentina, Colorado, high altitude, vineyards, tasting, flavors, profiles
Takeaways
Malbec is a popular grape known for its versatility and is often used for tastings to explore its different presentations in various regions.
Argentina produces 75% of the world's Malbec, with high altitude vineyards being a key factor in its success.
Colorado also has high altitude vineyards where Malbec grows well, and it can compete with Argentinian Malbec in terms of quality.
Trying Malbec wines from different regions allows for a deeper understanding of the grape and its diverse characteristics.
The three Malbecs tasted in this conversation showcased the unique flavors and profiles of each region.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Malbec and World Malbec Day
04:22 Tasting an Argentinian Malbec from Salta
09:42 Celebrating World Malbec Day and Conclusion