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Sample Malbec, 2021

Mendoza, Argentina

Red · 14% · 750ml

Placeholder verdict: dark, plush and straightforward.

Around £13 · Good value · A safe bet

Bottle portrait: Sample Malbec, Mendoza. Natural light, real table.

Where to buy

  • Illustrative Online Retailer£14.50
  • Illustrative Wine Merchant£13.00

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What it tastes like

Body5 out of 5, from Light to Full. Full
Acidity3 out of 5, from Soft to Zippy. Middle
Tannin4 out of 5, from None to Firm. Firm
Sweetness2 out of 5, from Bone dry to Sweet. Bone dry
Oak3 out of 5, from None to Obvious. Middle
Fruit5 out of 5, from Subtle to Loud. Loud

Flavours

Black fruit · Sweet spice · Coffee, chocolate · Vanilla

Style

Bold · Rich · Fruity · Structured

Good for

The weekend · A crowd to please · With food

Food

Steak · Burgers · Hard cheese

Our verdict

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Why we like it

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What to know

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Who it’s for

Anyone cooking red meat.

Who should skip it

Anyone who wants lift and freshness.

The detail

Grapes
Malbec
Origin
Mendoza, Argentina
Alcohol
14%

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