Red wine· Mendoza, Argentina
What does Argentine Malbec taste like?
Argentine Malbec — especially from Mendoza — is the wine that put South America on the map. Expect intense blackberry and plum, plush tannins, and a signature floral note of violet from the high-altitude vineyards.
At a glance
The breakdown
A typical profile for Argentine Malbec. Individual bottles vary.
Fruit
01Concentrated dark fruit, ripe and fragrant.
Body
02Full
Acidity
03Medium
Tannins
04Medium
Flavor profile
- Blackberry and blueberry
- Plum and dark cherry
- Violet and lavender
- Cocoa and mocha
- Lush, velvety tannins
Who will like it
Bold red drinkers looking for incredible value. Argentine Malbec delivers a lot of wine for the money.
On the nose
Common aromas
These aromas can appear in Argentine Malbec. They also occur in other wines.
In plain English
“Mendoza's high altitude is the secret — those mountain vineyards give Malbec its signature floral lift and concentration. Pair it with steak and you'll never look back.”
At the table
Food pairings
Foods to try with Argentine Malbec, depending on the bottle and preparation.
- 01Argentine asado (grilled meats)
- 02Ribeye steak
- 03Empanadas
- 04Chimichurri-marinated dishes
- 05Aged hard cheeses
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Adjacent
Similar wines
If you enjoy Argentine Malbec, these are worth exploring next.
Malbec
Malbec is usually a dry, full-bodied red with blackberry, black plum, dark cherry, violet, and cocoa flavors. Argentine examples often feel ripe and smooth, while Cahors Malbec can be firmer, earthier, and more savory.
Syrah / Shiraz
Syrah and Shiraz are names for the same grape. The wines often suggest blackberry, plum, pepper or savory aromas, with medium to full body and noticeable tannin. Region and winemaking shape how fresh, ripe or rich a bottle feels.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon is the king of bold reds: rich, structured, and built to age. Expect dark fruit like blackcurrant and blackberry, layered with notes of cedar, tobacco, and a firm tannic grip.
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Malbec
Malbec is usually a dry, full-bodied red with blackberry, black plum, dark cherry, violet, and cocoa flavors. Argentine examples often feel ripe and smooth, while Cahors Malbec can be firmer, earthier, and more savory.
Napa Cabernet
Napa Valley Cabernet is the New World benchmark — opulent, powerful, and polished. Expect ripe blackcurrant, dark chocolate, and lavish oak, all wrapped in plush, mouth-coating tannins.
Syrah / Shiraz
Syrah and Shiraz are names for the same grape. The wines often suggest blackberry, plum, pepper or savory aromas, with medium to full body and noticeable tannin. Region and winemaking shape how fresh, ripe or rich a bottle feels.
In the wild
Where to find this wine
Mendoza is the heart, with sub-regions like Uco Valley and Luján de Cuyo producing the best examples.
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