blend of Tannat Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon  Malbec Merlot). "What exciting wines!" is my first reaction to meeting Marcelo Irurtia, who is in charge of vineyard management for his family's 100 year old winery, and Maria Silvia Bianchi, who is in charge of exportation. The brand of these two wines is Km.0 Cool melon flavors.

Don Prospero Merlot Rose 2011. Don Propsero Tannat Merlot 2011. 60% Tannat, 40% Merlot. Don Prospero Tannat Malbec 2011  50/50 (Malbec 8 months barrels). Don Propsero Tannat Merlot 2011. 60% Tannat, 40% Merlot. 60 Tannat 30 cab 10 Merlot. “Welcome!” to designer sunglasses. Around $13.

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot are the grape varieties of Pauillac. The Merlot grape harvest takes two days as it is early ripening, often followed by a break of several days. Very soon I will visit Chateau Cordeillan Bages! About the history of Chateau Lynch-Bages. Viticulture.

You probably know that in Maraux, six varietals are allowed: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc. yet in the past, Carmenere was and is still allowed. The problem until now is that it was difficult to ripen fully. In my Decanter article , I explain the decision behind its revivival.

This is a luscious, full-bodied wine (50% Malbec, 30% Merlot, 10/10 Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah) from Mendoza with a rich, ripe, perfumed nose of deep luscious black fruit, a very intense palate of dark fruit, very balanced tannin and acidity, and long finish with more dark rich ripe fruit. Clos de la Siete 2009 (Michael Roland).

The two Bordeaux blends are the Constantia Glen Three and the Constantia Glen Five, with the “Five” containing the typical five grapes (Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc) and the “Three” containing the major Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon. “Welcome!” says Gus C.G. News S.

Reserva Malbec 2009. Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon round it all out, along with Petit Sirah and Merlot. The Cabernet Sauvignon fruit comes from an alluvial fan on Ritchie Creek in Calistoga, and the 8% Merlot and 8% Malbac comes from a vienyard along the Napa River. Terrezas de los Andes. The Climber 2010. 21.99. 21.99.

The 2009 Te Kahu is a Bordeaux style blend of 80% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Malbec. First, this is the first New Zealand red wine I have tasted in a least four years. The last was an unimpressive Pinot Noir that, along with some not so favorable press about NZ reds, kept me away from trying anymore.

My favorite wine of the evening was the DiamAndes Gran Reserva 2007, the first wine produced by this promising vineyard with the help of Michel Rolland: it is a blend of 70% Malbec and 30% Cabernet. Bruno himself poured me a glass of the 2010 Malbec, and one of the first things I noticed was that it immediately expressed the potential to age.

The Thomas Farm Rack of Lamb was presented with the Cupcake Malbec and Cupcake Red Velvet (a blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, and Merlot). The Merlot was also very delicious with this dish, refined and delicate with a subtle chocolate and berry expression. "So this Prosecco actually tastes like a cupcake!"

Nights like tonight I usually go through my white wines, but for some reason, I just wanted, or better yet, yearned for a nice red and a Tapiz Malbec 2009 ( $12 ) that was in the fridge since January was just the ticket. Malbec has found both fame and glory in the sun-drenched climate of Argentina. Malbec Argentina

merlot, 14.5% Malbec with 13.8% To me, sometimes fruit is a better thirst quencher than a simple glass of water. And the Macari Rose 2010 from Long Island's North Fork is a case in point. The wonderful wet aromas of a freshly cut watermelon. luscious ripe strawberries picked this morning. The blend by the way is 70.7% alcohol.

2008 Moss Wood Ribbonvale Cabernet Merlot – Margaret River. 2006 Cullen Mangan Malbec Petit Verdot Merlot – Margaret River. 2006 Giant Steps Harry’s Monster Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc – Yarra Valley. 2005 Penley Estate the Chertsey Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc – Coonawarra.

The blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Peite Verdot and Malbec was again delightful. Tonight was one of them nights when Shirley did not feel like cooking, I was not hungry and the NCAA Basketball National Championship was being played. game I have not missed in 38 years. Great way to end the night.

From Mendoza, Argentina the Bressia family produces this blend of 50% Malbec, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot and 10% Syrah. What a powerful first impression?! This wonderful red reminds me why I love wine so much. Sumptuously textured and revealing a complex and memorable finish

Macari Vineyards Rose 2008 Made from a blend of 45% Cabernet Franc, 30% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Pinot Noir, and 4% Malbec, this rose from the North Fork of Long Island shows colors of pale pink copper with fresh aromas of grapefruit, watermelon and some floral notes of hibiscus.

Yet eleven years ago, Pierre Lurton, then Director of Chateau Cheval Blanc, became intrigued by the renaissance of Malbec in Argentina and the prospect of establishing a New World presence that would represent the best of the Old and New World, and also produce greater quantities of quality wine at more affordable price points. Messrs.

Later it was Chianti, then Merlot and Syrah and now entering the picture is Malbec. Most are priced under $15 and many delicious Malbecs are under $10. Today, I am finishing a Don Miguel Gascon Malbec 2009 that I recently found for $11 at a local wine shop. Tags: red wine Malbec Argentina We all loved the wine.

Made with a blend of 80% Malbec, 17% Syrah, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 1% Merlot, very dark, and lush opaque blackberry colors, and plumy syrupy textures. Tannins, which are strong at first, allow for good aging but do settle down nicely to reveal a fruity and lush Malbec blend

The Vineyard Today the vineyards cover about 70 hectares throughout Margaux with 130 separate parcels of vines, with 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 43% Merlot, 6% Malbec, 1% Petite Verdot. The challenge of the season was to preserve freshness of Merlot because of the high alcohol potential. Maturation on lees makes for a silkier wine.

This wine is 90% Merlot from Bordeaux. always enjoy this wine, a meaty Malbec with a bit of Merlot in the blend. Is it possible to drink great wine on a daily basis if you're not rich? I'm talking about wines that cost between $8 and $12 a bottle? think it it is possible, yes. or $13.50 So how do you buy great cheap wine in NYC?

This following worlds, and all of the following words was a cut and paste from Santa Monica's Wine Expo mailer. guess my book is still relevant. Fighting Globalization in your Glass 'Once you guys succeed in making all wine taste the same, what will you do for a living?'

Grapes from Napa, Sonoma and El Dorado make up this Claret (or English Bordeaux) blend of 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot, 4% Merlot, 4% Malbec and 3% Cabernet Franc. very generous finish displays itself via a robust rich texture and silky tannins. 13% alcohol and in the $15-20 range. Very nice.

From the Macari Vineyards in Mattituck, Long Island's North Fork, comes this blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 4% Malbec. The four grapes used here are also found in many Bordeaux, usually with a bit higher percentage of Cabernet. But this blend really makes for an interesting variation on the theme.

This was my favorite from the first flight at the Snooth Cabernet tasting last week. Initially, beautiful dark ripe blackberry aromas assault together with wafts of berries, and hints of vanilla, spices and cassis. 15% alcohol and $16.99

From New Zealand, this Bordeaux blend of 87% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Malbec is fermented in stainless steel and aged in oak for 17 months. Tags: Cabernet Sauvignon cabernet franc merlot bordeaux stainless steel oak New Zealand malbec

From Monterey, California, a Meritage is a Bordeaux style blend using Cabernet and Merlot. this one also has Petit Verdot and Malbec in the mix. On the nose a thick and intense syrupy aroma of ripe cherries, with juicy flavors showing herbal influence, swathed in violet powder and a mild vegetal edge.

Promotional authorities in the French region of Cahors are mounting a campaign that ties their little-known region to the well-known grape, Malbec. The marketing campaign today exclaims, “Cahors is back, Cahors is black, Cahors is Malbec!&#. Hitching the Cahors wagon on to the popularity of Malbec is easy to understand.

2001 Cullen Wines Diana Madeline Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot, Margaret River. 2006 Wendouree Shiraz/Malbec, Clare Valley. 1995 Cullen Wines Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot, Margaret River. 1998 Petaluma Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot. 2005 Howard Park Abercrombie Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot/Cabernet Franc, Great.

Made from a blend of 45% Cabernet Franc, 30% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Pinot Noir, and 4% Malbec, this rose from the North Fork of Long Island is perfect for the beginning of summer. Showing colors of pale pink copper with fresh aromas of grapefruit, watermelon and some floral notes of hibiscus. Retails for $14.99, 12.8%

With 7% malbec and 3% merlot, aged in both new and old French oak for 18 months, this wine reminded me of aged Monte Bello: cedar and pine on the nose, with a smooth texture yet dry tannin, crisp raspberry and light notes of mint and semi-sweet dark chocolate on the finish. balanced and elegant wine.

No Merlots (OK, maybe 1) and no Cab's (OK, maybe 1 or 2).  A very well made yet restrained wine, the Cab Franc is much lighter in body than most Cabs, Merlots, or Syrahs, and is a great choice for your lighter holiday meals as the wine will not overpower the food as might be the case with the bigger bodied wines. Staying with Galil Mt.,

This Pine Ridge 2005 Carneros Merlot from the Napa Valley/Carneros region of California is 98% Merlot , 1% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Malbec and aged 15 months in French oak barrels. It shows dark aromas of blackberries, cherry and blueberry with notes of coffee, tobacco and cedar. SRP is $45.

After some testing and some clone experimentation she decided to not only plant Montepulciano but Malbec, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot; all varietals from in and around the Bordeaux region. The blend is pretty unique; it is made up of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec and Petite Verdot.

There was also a Merlot, Cab, and then 4 zinfandels. Their 2004 cabernet which is actually a Bordeaux blend of 76% Cabernet, 18% merlot, 4% Petit Verdot & 2% cab franc. We then tried the 2004 Sonoma county "tre'sor", a bordeaux blend containing all 5 varietals, 63% Cab, 16% Malbec, 11% Petit Verdot, 6% Cab Franc & 4% Merlot.

Reds: 2005 Chateau la Rame, $13, Rosenthal Imports (Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot). Reds: 2006 Clos Roche Blanche Touraine Pif, $14, Louis/Dressner Selections (blend of old vines Malbec, young Cabernet Franc). For several months now the Euro is comfortably in the 1.5 range. Yup, it costs over $1.50 to buy one Euro. So there.

Lohr Estates Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 This Cabernet Sauvignon from Paso Robles, California is made from 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petite Sirah, 5% Syrah, 4% Petit Verdot, 4% Merlot and 1% Malbec- quite an intense mix, but it works. Here are 7 of my most recent favorite inexpensive but good wines. alcohol.

His 2004 Neiman Cellars Napa Valley Red is a blend of 1/3 Cab Sauvignon, 1/3 Merlot, & 1/3 Cab Franc. The 2005 Altus Napa Cab was blended with 5% Malbec, Petit Verdot & Merlot (3 of the Bordeaux varietals) and was aged in 80% new medium toasted oak (a high percentage). don't know. And there was 1 rose' that I tried.

This Cabernet Sauvignon from Paso Robles, California is made from 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petite Sirah, 5% Syrah , 4% Petit Verdot, 4% Merlot and 1% Malbec -- quite an intense mix, but it works. Stainless steel fermentation, then 14-16 months in oak casks. a glass. alcohol

This Mendoza red wine blend from Argentina is composed of 34% Cabernet Sauvignon , 33% Malbec , and 33% Merlot , aged in French oak for 12 months. It has a very intense floral nose, deep purple red color, the palate is dark cherry, toast. It's full bodied and long on the finish. Recommended by the restaurant ( Alberto's

could write about the fabulous Israeli Cab or the not so fabulous French Bordeaux, the overrated California red, or awful Israel Merlot (it was BAD) but who cares?!?!! Merlot, Cab, Syrah - been there done that. lighter wine than a Cab, merlot or Syrah, Barbera is said to be the most (or second most) planter varietal in Italy.

No merlot in this one, maybe some tannat. None of the bulkiness I associate with malbec. In case you're not familiar with Jenny & Francois , they import natural wines from all over France, from heavy hitters like Burgundy to unsung heroes like the Côtes de Duras (just northeast of Bordeaux, and considered Southwest France).

The 5 varietals used in this blend were Cabernet Sauvignon (30%), Merlot (30%), Lagrein (30%), Petit Verdot (5%) and Cab Franc (5%). guess the Alto Adige version of Bordeaux as they used 4 of the 5 Bordeaux varietals and replaced the 5th (Malbec) with the local Lagrein. enjoyed the conversations I had with them. new record high for me.

The most horrifying wine showed to us was the 2003 Domaine de la Perruche Saumur-Champigny, which because of the plastered on toasty oak, I took to be a new world Argentinian malbec. The wine tasted like burnt meat painted with toast (I thought it was his merlot from Virginia). » Global Warming & Wine Conference: M. Ten wines.

Pineau can be red when it is made from Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and/or Cabernet Franc, but in the USA it is far more common to see white Pineau, made from a host of grapes including Colombard, Folle Blanche, Ugni Blanc, and Semillion. What on earth are you thinking, pal?!? Maybe they order apricot schnapps over there.

Malbec is our first wine and it comes from Argentina. All of these elements combine to make great malbec. And that is just what this is, a great malbec. It is 90% sangiovese, which is the main grape in this area with the rest being made up of canaiolo and merlot. Merlot makes wonderful wines. Can you tell? Cheers

shouldn't go on too long because I want to give a quick run down of what we are about and then sign off so I can start researching and writing about what changed my mind about malbec. Yes my friends I have been out of commission for quite some time now. month? Two months? Bacchus only knows. Alphabet City Wine Co. Well, we did it. Cheers

blend of 47% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 19% Cabernet Franc. blend of about 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, and the rest Petit Verdot. blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Malbec, this wine is made in collaboration with Barons de Rothschild Lafite. This wine comes from south west Oregon. Reserved palate. Simple

The Cabernet Franc is my favorite, there is also the Cot (known elsewhere as Malbec), and the Cuvee Granit, a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, I think. Maybe I'm too picky, but there just aren't that many high-end restaurants that appeal to me these days. Or the food is too bland, too salty, or improperly cooked. Sue me.

It was a 2005 malbec from Argentina (Mendoza) for.drum roll please. am a sucker for malbec and other Argentinean blends so I had to grab it. After some consideration I decided to go with the one I had seen first, the merlot. We started with the malbec. decided to revisit the merlot while I was cooking. Awesome.