{"id":17239,"date":"2026-05-13T10:11:06","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T10:11:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/red-wine\/malbec\/"},"modified":"2026-05-13T10:11:06","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T10:11:06","slug":"malbec","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/red-wine\/malbec\/","title":{"rendered":"Malbec"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"cover-image gsbp-cdf0980 alignfull\">\n<div class=\"gsbp-cf27dff\">\n<h1 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-9519e81\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-9519e81 \"><strong>Exploring Malbec: a curated guide to Argentina\u2019s iconic red<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"gspb_text-id-gsbp-bbbfe6d\" class=\"gspb_text gspb_text-id-gsbp-bbbfe6d \">Despite originating from France, Malbec is now Argentina\u2019s flagship red wine, appreciated for its velvety texture and deep flavours of berries, red plum and spices. In this guide, we\u2019ll uncover everything you need to know about Malbec wine, including the best bottles. Our 5\/5 top pick: <em>Achaval Ferrer Finca Altamira Malbec 2018.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-container gspb_container gspb_container-gsbp-ab1572d\" id=\"gspb_container-id-gsbp-ab1572d\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-container gspb_container gspb_container-gsbp-aab5060\" id=\"gspb_container-id-gsbp-aab5060\">\n<p id=\"gspb_text-id-gsbp-ae7a61a\" class=\"gspb_text gspb_text-id-gsbp-ae7a61a \">By<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-author-name\"><img src=\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/31731e2920e8d462d62fa6b336ff0210b7274532184d607cdb9e19571d2d92c1?s=96&#038;d=mm&#038;r=g\" alt=\"Malvina Demaj\" class=\"wc-author-avatar\" width=\"28\" height=\"28\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/author\/malvina-demaj\/\" target=\"_self\" class=\"wp-block-post-author-name__link\">Malvina Demaj<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n<p id=\"gspb_text-id-gsbp-91e3f29\" class=\"gspb_text gspb_text-id-gsbp-91e3f29 \">Last updated:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-date\"><time datetime=\"2026-05-13T10:11:06+00:00\">May 13, 2026<\/time><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>\n\/* Anchor spans injected before headings \u2014 invisible, no layout impact *\/\n.wcp-toc-anchor {\n\tdisplay: block;\n\theight: 0;\n\tmargin: 0;\n\tpadding: 0;\n\tborder: 0;\n\tline-height: 0;\n\tfont-size: 0;\n}\n\n\/* ====== WCP Table of Contents \u2014 Figma ====== *\/\n.wcp-toc {\n\twidth: 100%;\n\tbackground: #fff;\n\tborder: 1px solid #E5E5E5;\n\tborder-radius: 24px;\n\tpadding: 22px 26px;\n\tbox-sizing: border-box;\n\tfont-family: 'Montserrat', sans-serif;\n\tmargin: 24px 0;\n\tmin-height: 160px;\n\tcontain: layout style;\n}\n.wcp-toc *,\n.wcp-toc *::before {\n\tbox-sizing: border-box;\n}\n\n\/* Header row *\/\n.wcp-toc-header {\n\tdisplay: flex;\n\talign-items: center;\n\tjustify-content: space-between;\n\tpadding-bottom: 14px;\n\tborder-bottom: 1px solid #E5E5E5;\n}\n\n\/* Title 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font-style: italic; color:unset; margin: 8px 0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMendoza, Argentina\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Vintage Year - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- ABV (Alcohol %) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Temperature - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Flavor - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Body & Structure - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Tasting Notes - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Rating - Stars and Score with Decimal Support -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-stars\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wine-h-score\">5.0\/5<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Description\/Excerpt -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tFresh and lively on the palate, with a rich aromatic bouquet of plum, berries, cherries and wild herbs, as well as well defined tannins and a long, harmonious finish.&nbsp;\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<!-- Right: Price & Button -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-sidebar\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Price -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-label\">From:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-value\">\u00a3125.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Button -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/finca-altamira-malbec-achaval-ferrer-2018\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-button\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   style=\"background-color: #000000; 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Mat\u00edas Riccitelli 2021\u00a0\" data-cta-type=\"ranking\" data-position=\"2\" data-wine=\"Rep\u00fablica del Malbec &#8211; Mat\u00edas Riccitelli 2021\u00a0\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<!-- Center: Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Title -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wine-h-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/republica-del-malbec-matias-riccitelli-2021\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"2\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Rep\u00fablica del Malbec &#8211; Mat\u00edas Riccitelli 2021\u00a0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRep\u00fablica del Malbec &#8211; Mat\u00edas Riccitelli 2021\u00a0\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Additional Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-details\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Country\/Region -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"font-size: 14px; font-style: italic; color:unset; margin: 8px 0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMendoza, Argentina\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Vintage Year - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- ABV (Alcohol %) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Temperature - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Flavor - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Body & Structure - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Tasting Notes - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Rating - Stars and Score with Decimal Support -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-stars\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wine-h-score\">5.0\/5<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Description\/Excerpt -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe nose presents intense aromas of black fruit, liquorice and spices. It is remarkably balanced on the palate, accompanied by elegant, soft and silky tannins.\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<!-- Right: Price & Button -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-sidebar\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Price -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-label\">From:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-value\">\u00a370.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Button -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/republica-del-malbec-matias-riccitelli-2021\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-button\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   style=\"background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"2\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Rep\u00fablica del Malbec &#8211; Mat\u00edas Riccitelli 2021\u00a0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-horizontal-card\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Left: Wine Image -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/vie-cave-fattoria-aldobrandesca-2023\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-image-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Vie-Cave-Fattoria-Aldobrandesca-2023-200x300-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-wine-card size-wine-card wp-post-image\" alt=\"Vie Cave &#8211; Fattoria Aldobrandesca 2023\u00a0\" data-cta-type=\"ranking\" data-position=\"3\" data-wine=\"Vie Cave &#8211; Fattoria Aldobrandesca 2023\u00a0\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<!-- Center: Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Title -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wine-h-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/vie-cave-fattoria-aldobrandesca-2023\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"3\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Vie Cave &#8211; Fattoria Aldobrandesca 2023\u00a0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tVie Cave &#8211; Fattoria Aldobrandesca 2023\u00a0\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Additional Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-details\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Country\/Region -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"font-size: 14px; font-style: italic; color:unset; margin: 8px 0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTuscany, Italy\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Vintage Year - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- ABV (Alcohol %) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Temperature - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Flavor - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Body & Structure - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Tasting Notes - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Rating - Stars and Score with Decimal Support -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-stars\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-partial-wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; display: inline-block;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-empty\" style=\"color: #e0e0e0;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; overflow: hidden; width: 90%; color: #f39c12;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wine-h-score\">4.9\/5<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Description\/Excerpt -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBalanced, soft and pleasantly persistent, with sweet tannins and aromas of spice, cloves, vanilla, blueberry, bitter chocolate and ripe black fruits.&nbsp;\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<!-- Right: Price & Button -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-sidebar\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Price -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-label\">From:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-value\">\u00a335.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Button -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/vie-cave-fattoria-aldobrandesca-2023\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-button\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   style=\"background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"3\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Vie Cave &#8211; Fattoria Aldobrandesca 2023\u00a0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-horizontal-card\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Left: Wine Image -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/estate-premium-malbec-alta-vista-2022\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-image-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Estate-Premium-Malbec-Alta-Vista-2022-200x300-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-wine-card size-wine-card wp-post-image\" alt=\"Estate Premium Malbec &#8211; Alta Vista 2022\u00a0\" data-cta-type=\"ranking\" data-position=\"4\" data-wine=\"Estate Premium Malbec &#8211; Alta Vista 2022\u00a0\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<!-- Center: Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Title -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wine-h-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/estate-premium-malbec-alta-vista-2022\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"4\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Estate Premium Malbec &#8211; Alta Vista 2022\u00a0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEstate Premium Malbec &#8211; Alta Vista 2022\u00a0\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Additional Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-details\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Country\/Region -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"font-size: 14px; font-style: italic; color:unset; margin: 8px 0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMendoza, Argentina\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Vintage Year - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- ABV (Alcohol %) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Temperature - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Flavor - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Body & Structure - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Tasting Notes - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Rating - Stars and Score with Decimal Support -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-stars\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-partial-wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; display: inline-block;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-empty\" style=\"color: #e0e0e0;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; overflow: hidden; width: 90%; color: #f39c12;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wine-h-score\">4.9\/5<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Description\/Excerpt -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSilky, round and concentrated on the palate, with elegant flavours of red fruits, plum and spices, enriched with notes of liquorice and balsamic herbs.\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<!-- Right: Price & Button -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-sidebar\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Price -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-label\">From:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-value\">\u00a334.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Button -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/estate-premium-malbec-alta-vista-2022\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-button\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   style=\"background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"4\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Estate Premium Malbec &#8211; Alta Vista 2022\u00a0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-horizontal-card\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Left: Wine Image -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/bourbon-barrel-aged-malbec-finca-las-moras-2023\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-image-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Bourbon-Barrel-Aged-Malbec-Finca-Las-Moras-2023-200x300-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-wine-card size-wine-card wp-post-image\" alt=\"Bourbon Barrel Aged Malbec &#8211; Finca Las Moras 2023\u00a0\" data-cta-type=\"ranking\" data-position=\"5\" data-wine=\"Bourbon Barrel Aged Malbec &#8211; Finca Las Moras 2023\u00a0\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<!-- Center: Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Title -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wine-h-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/bourbon-barrel-aged-malbec-finca-las-moras-2023\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"5\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Bourbon Barrel Aged Malbec &#8211; Finca Las Moras 2023\u00a0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBourbon Barrel Aged Malbec &#8211; Finca Las Moras 2023\u00a0\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Additional Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-details\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Country\/Region -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"font-size: 14px; font-style: italic; color:unset; margin: 8px 0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSan Juan, Argentina\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Vintage Year - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- ABV (Alcohol %) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Temperature - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Flavor - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Body & Structure - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Tasting Notes - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Rating - Stars and Score with Decimal Support -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-stars\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-partial-wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; display: inline-block;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-empty\" style=\"color: #e0e0e0;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; overflow: hidden; width: 80%; color: #f39c12;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wine-h-score\">4.8\/5<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Description\/Excerpt -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tFull bodied and ripe, with soft, well integrated tannins and accents of plum, raisins, oak, cinnamon and vanilla.&nbsp;\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<!-- Right: Price & Button -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-sidebar\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Price -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-label\">From:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-value\">\u00a325.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Button -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/bourbon-barrel-aged-malbec-finca-las-moras-2023\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-button\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   style=\"background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"5\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Bourbon Barrel Aged Malbec &#8211; Finca Las Moras 2023\u00a0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-horizontal-card\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Left: Wine Image -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/hey-malbec-matias-riccitelli-2024\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-image-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Hey-Malbec-Matias-Riccitelli-2024-200x300-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-wine-card size-wine-card wp-post-image\" alt=\"Hey Malbec! &#8211; Matias Riccitelli 2024\u00a0\" data-cta-type=\"ranking\" data-position=\"6\" data-wine=\"Hey Malbec! &#8211; Matias Riccitelli 2024\u00a0\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<!-- Center: Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Title -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wine-h-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/hey-malbec-matias-riccitelli-2024\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"6\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Hey Malbec! &#8211; Matias Riccitelli 2024\u00a0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHey Malbec! &#8211; Matias Riccitelli 2024\u00a0\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Additional Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-details\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Country\/Region -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"font-size: 14px; font-style: italic; color:unset; margin: 8px 0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMendoza, Argentina\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Vintage Year - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- ABV (Alcohol %) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Temperature - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Flavor - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Body & Structure - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Tasting Notes - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Rating - Stars and Score with Decimal Support -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-stars\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-partial-wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; display: inline-block;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-empty\" style=\"color: #e0e0e0;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; overflow: hidden; width: 80%; color: #f39c12;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wine-h-score\">4.8\/5<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Description\/Excerpt -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSoft and round, displaying well integrated tannins, balanced structure and fresh notes of red fruits, accompanied by hints of sweet spices and vanilla.&nbsp;\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<!-- Right: Price & Button -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-sidebar\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Price -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-label\">From:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-value\">\u00a325.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Button -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/hey-malbec-matias-riccitelli-2024\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-button\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   style=\"background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"6\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Hey Malbec! &#8211; Matias Riccitelli 2024\u00a0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-horizontal-card\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Left: Wine Image -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/don-david-malbec-reserve-el-esteco-2023\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-image-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Don-David-Malbec-Reserve-El-Esteco-2023-200x300-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-wine-card size-wine-card wp-post-image\" alt=\"Don David Malbec Reserve &#8211; El Esteco 2023\" data-cta-type=\"ranking\" data-position=\"7\" data-wine=\"Don David Malbec Reserve &#8211; El Esteco 2023\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<!-- Center: Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Title -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wine-h-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/don-david-malbec-reserve-el-esteco-2023\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"7\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Don David Malbec Reserve &#8211; El Esteco 2023\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDon David Malbec Reserve &#8211; El Esteco 2023\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Additional Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-details\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Country\/Region -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"font-size: 14px; font-style: italic; color:unset; margin: 8px 0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSalta, Argentina\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Vintage Year - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- ABV (Alcohol %) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Temperature - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Flavor - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Body & Structure - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Tasting Notes - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Rating - Stars and Score with Decimal Support -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-stars\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-partial-wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; display: inline-block;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-empty\" style=\"color: #e0e0e0;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; overflow: hidden; width: 70%; color: #f39c12;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wine-h-score\">4.7\/5<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Description\/Excerpt -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSensations of plum jam and grapes stand out on the nose, along with vanilla, toasted notes and hints of pipe tobacco. It is firmly structured, with prominent tannins and a chocolatey finish.&nbsp;\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<!-- Right: Price & Button -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-sidebar\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Price -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-label\">From:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-value\">\u00a324.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Button -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/don-david-malbec-reserve-el-esteco-2023\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-button\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   style=\"background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"7\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Don David Malbec Reserve &#8211; El Esteco 2023\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-horizontal-card\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Left: Wine Image -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/vive-alta-vista-2024\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-image-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Vive-Alta-Vista-2024-200x300-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-wine-card size-wine-card wp-post-image\" alt=\"Vive &#8211; Alta Vista 2024\u00a0\" data-cta-type=\"ranking\" data-position=\"8\" data-wine=\"Vive &#8211; Alta Vista 2024\u00a0\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<!-- Center: Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Title -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wine-h-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/vive-alta-vista-2024\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"8\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Vive &#8211; Alta Vista 2024\u00a0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tVive &#8211; Alta Vista 2024\u00a0\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Additional Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-details\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Country\/Region -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"font-size: 14px; font-style: italic; color:unset; margin: 8px 0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMendoza, Argentina\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Vintage Year - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- ABV (Alcohol %) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Temperature - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Flavor - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Body & Structure - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Tasting Notes - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Rating - Stars and Score with Decimal Support -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-stars\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-partial-wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; display: inline-block;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-empty\" style=\"color: #e0e0e0;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; overflow: hidden; width: 70%; color: #f39c12;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wine-h-score\">4.7\/5<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Description\/Excerpt -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tFresh, young and persistent, with round tannins and intense aromas of red fruits, plums, coffee powder and vanilla.&nbsp;\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<!-- Right: Price & Button -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-sidebar\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Price -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-label\">From:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-value\">\u00a323.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Button -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/vive-alta-vista-2024\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-button\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   style=\"background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"8\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Vive &#8211; Alta Vista 2024\u00a0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-horizontal-card\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Left: Wine Image -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/amaru-malbec-el-esteco-2023\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-image-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Amaru-Malbec-El-Esteco-2023-200x300-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-wine-card size-wine-card wp-post-image\" alt=\"Amaru Malbec &#8211; El Esteco 2023\u00a0\" data-cta-type=\"ranking\" data-position=\"9\" data-wine=\"Amaru Malbec &#8211; El Esteco 2023\u00a0\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<!-- Center: Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Title -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wine-h-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/amaru-malbec-el-esteco-2023\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"9\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Amaru Malbec &#8211; El Esteco 2023\u00a0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAmaru Malbec &#8211; El Esteco 2023\u00a0\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Additional Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-details\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Country\/Region -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"font-size: 14px; font-style: italic; color:unset; margin: 8px 0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCalchaqui Valleys, Argentina\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Vintage Year - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- ABV (Alcohol %) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Temperature - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Flavor - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Body & Structure - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Tasting Notes - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Rating - Stars and Score with Decimal Support -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-stars\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-partial-wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; display: inline-block;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-empty\" style=\"color: #e0e0e0;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; overflow: hidden; width: 60%; color: #f39c12;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wine-h-score\">4.6\/5<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Description\/Excerpt -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tOn the palate, sweet and soft tannins perfectly balance out the fresh red fruits, plum, raisins, chocolate and oak notes.&nbsp;\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<!-- Right: Price & Button -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-sidebar\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Price -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-label\">From:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-value\">\u00a320.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Button -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/amaru-malbec-el-esteco-2023\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-button\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   style=\"background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"9\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Amaru Malbec &#8211; El Esteco 2023\u00a0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-horizontal-card\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Left: Wine Image -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/malbec-the-listening-station-2024\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-image-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Malbec-The-Listening-Station-2024-200x300-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-wine-card size-wine-card wp-post-image\" alt=\"Malbec &#8211; The Listening Station 2024\" data-cta-type=\"ranking\" data-position=\"10\" data-wine=\"Malbec &#8211; The Listening Station 2024\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<!-- Center: Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Title -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wine-h-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/malbec-the-listening-station-2024\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"10\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Malbec &#8211; The Listening Station 2024\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMalbec &#8211; The Listening Station 2024\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Additional Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-details\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Country\/Region -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"font-size: 14px; font-style: italic; color:unset; margin: 8px 0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tVictoria, Australia\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Vintage Year - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- ABV (Alcohol %) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Temperature - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Flavor - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Body & Structure - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Tasting Notes - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Rating - Stars and Score with Decimal Support -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-stars\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-partial-wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; display: inline-block;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-empty\" style=\"color: #e0e0e0;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; overflow: hidden; width: 60%; color: #f39c12;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wine-h-score\">4.6\/5<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Description\/Excerpt -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tMedium bodied, with hints of black and red fruits in jam along with notes of chocolate and spice. It is pleasantly spicy, with marked acidity and a medium long finish.&nbsp;\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<!-- Right: Price & Button -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-sidebar\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Price -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-label\">From:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-value\">\u00a320.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Button -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/malbec-the-listening-station-2024\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-button\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   style=\"background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"10\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Malbec &#8211; The Listening Station 2024\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\n\n<p>The top 10 best Malbec wines list has been carefully curated by our team, drawing on the expertise of leading wine critics as well as widespread customer preferences and ratings. This ensures that our recommendations are based on a broad consensus and truly resonate with wine lovers. These selections showcase Argentina\u2019s iconic red in all its diversity, from the powerful and sun drenched expressions of Mendoza to the more refined and elegant styles found in Australia. For the truly curious, we\u2019ve also included a distinguished Italian Malbec wine from Tuscany, offering a fascinating comparison to its Argentine counterpart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our best Malbec wine for the month is the <em>Achaval Ferrer Finca Altamira Malbec 2018<\/em>, a stunning 5\/5 wine that you can buy for \u00a3124. This wine is sourced from ungrafted old vines in the limestone rich soils of Uco Valley, offering rare high altitude acidity and balanced minerality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"what-does-malbec-wine-taste-like\"><\/div><h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-13de5fb\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-13de5fb \">What does Malbec wine taste like?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Malbec wine tastes dry and full bodied, with soft, velvety tannins and plush texture. It featured juicy flavours of dark fruits like blackberry and plum, with common secondary notes of cocoa, violet, tobacco and vanilla. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wines-table-wrapper\"><table class=\"gsbp-0d7d66d\">\n<tr>\n<th>Malbec Red Wine<\/th>\n\n\n\n<th>Details<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Grape Variety<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Malbec<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Origin<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Cahors (France), now widespread in Argentina<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Serving Temperature<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>60 to 64\u00b0F (15 to 18\u00b0 C)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Decanting<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>30 minutes to 1 hour for younger wines, up to 2 hours for aged and premium bottles<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Aging Potential<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>15+ years, depending on terroir and brand<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Flavor Profile<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Ripe figs, plum, dark berries, cherry, cocoa, tobacco and black pepper<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Structure<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Medium to full bodied, moderate to high tannins and balanced acidity<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Alcohol Content<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>13% to 15% with slight variations according to producer<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Ideal Glass<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Bordeaux style glasses to concentrate aromas and soften tannins<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Food Pairing<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Grilled\/charred meats, beef empanadas, aged hard cheeses, Argentine asado roasted vegetables, dark chocolate<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Top Communes<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Cahors (France) and Mendoza (Argentina) Napa Valley and Washington State (USA)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Best Producers<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Argentina: <em>Catena Zapata, Bodega Colom\u00e9, Norton, Ach\u00e1val-Ferrer, Luigi Bosca, Zuccardi<\/em> &#8211; France: <em>Chateaux du C\u00e8dre, Clos Triguedina<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Malbec wine taste is that of a bold, fruit forward wine with a smoky finish. However, that often only applies to Argentinian Malbec. Malbec from France is a world of difference, with leathery notes and a green, savoury bitterness.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But what really influences the Malbec tasting notes?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Argentine bottlings, one of the most defining elements is <strong>altitude<\/strong>. Vines planted at high altitudes (like the ones of <a href=\"https:\/\/cluboenologique.com\/story\/argentina-winemaking-evolution-lighter-wine\/\">Altura M\u00e1xima<\/a>, one of the highest vineyards in the world) produce great red wine Malbec with vivid acidity, delicate floral aromas and a more elegant structure. In contrast, Malbec grown on lower altitude sites tends to be denser, fuller in body and sweeter in flavour. Nevertheless, independent of where the grape is grown,&nbsp; there are typical tasting notes of Malbec red wine that we can find amongst almost all bottles, such as <strong>ripe dark fruits<\/strong> (blackberries, black cherries and plum), <strong>spice notes<\/strong> (mainly black pepper, vanilla, cocoa and dill), together with <strong>earthy tones<\/strong> of leather, sweeter tobacco, mocha and gravel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"best-malbec-wine-brands-from-around-the-world\"><\/div><h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-e58ee81\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-e58ee81 \">Best Malbec wine brands from around the world<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Winemakers across the globe have crafted their own interpretations of this remarkable grape. In its native France, Malbec has become less widely cultivated due to its delicate nature and climate sensitivity, yet Argentina has embraced it fully, becoming its modern stronghold and the benchmark for global quality. Below, we\u2019ve gathered some of the best Malbec wine brands whose wines consistently stand out for quality and character.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Alta Vista &#8211; Luj\u00e1n de Cuyo (Mendoza), Argentina<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 1998, Count Patrick d\u2019Aulan, who was the previous owner of the famed Piper-Heidsieck Champagne house, founded Alta Vista winery in the high altitude Andes regions of Mendoza. He partnered with Bordeaux winemaker Jean-Michel Arcaute and together they used their winemaking experience to create the first Argentine single vineyard Malbecs. The winery\u2018s flagship wine, Alto, sold out quickly and helped to establish Argentina\u2019s reputation for premium wines. Today, they remain committed to sustainable viticulture and low environmental impact in their operations. &nbsp; <strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n\t\t<style>\n\t\t#wcpro-shortcode-9378 {\n\t\t\t--wcpro-primary: #d13a3a;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-bg: #ffffff;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-text: #333333;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-card-padding: 20px;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-card-gap: 24px;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-border-radius: 8px;\n\t\t}\n\t\t\n\t\t\t#wcpro-shortcode-9378 a {\n\t\t\t\ttext-decoration: none;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t<\/style>\n\n\t\t<div id=\"wcpro-shortcode-9378\" class=\"wcpro-grid-wrapper wcpro-template-horizontal-ecommerce\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wine-horizontal-ecommerce-grid\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-horizontal-card\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Left: Wine Image -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/estate-premium-malbec-alta-vista-2022-mendoza-argentina\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-image-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Estate-Premium-Malbec-Alta-Vista-2022-Mendoza-Argentina-200x300-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-wine-card size-wine-card wp-post-image\" alt=\"Estate Premium Malbec &#8211; 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color: #ffffff;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Estate Premium Malbec &#8211; Alta Vista 2022\u00a0&#8211; Mendoza, Argentina\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mat\u00edas Riccitelli &#8211; Luj\u00e1n de Cuyo (Mendoza), Argentina<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Located in Las Compuertas, Luj\u00e1n de Cuyo, Mat\u00edas Riccitelli winery was established in 2009 by Mat\u00edas Riccitelli, the son of renowned winemaker Jorge Riccitelli. The wine estate was founded to express Argentina\u2019s terroir diversity by blending traditional winemaking with creative innovation. Mat\u00edas Riccitelli is famous for their \u201c<em>Hey Malbec!\u201d <\/em>line as well as a focus on unique, old vine plantings in Argentina.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n\t\t<style>\n\t\t#wcpro-shortcode-2323 {\n\t\t\t--wcpro-primary: #d13a3a;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-bg: #ffffff;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-text: #333333;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-card-padding: 20px;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-card-gap: 24px;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-border-radius: 8px;\n\t\t}\n\t\t\n\t\t\t#wcpro-shortcode-2323 a {\n\t\t\t\ttext-decoration: none;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t<\/style>\n\n\t\t<div id=\"wcpro-shortcode-2323\" class=\"wcpro-grid-wrapper wcpro-template-horizontal-ecommerce\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wine-horizontal-ecommerce-grid\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-horizontal-card\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Left: Wine Image -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/hey-malbec-matias-riccitelli-2024-mendoza-argentina\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-image-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Hey-Malbec-Matias-Riccitelli-2024-Mendoza-Argentina-200x300-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-wine-card size-wine-card wp-post-image\" alt=\"Hey Malbec! 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&#8211; Mat\u00edas Riccitelli 2024\u00a0&#8211; Mendoza, Argentina\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ach\u00e1val-Ferrer &#8211; Luj\u00e1n de Cuyo (Mendoza), Argentina<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Located in the Andes foothills near the Mendoza and Tunuy\u00e1n rivers, Achaval Ferrer is well renowned for its Fincas trilogy, a set of terroir expressive Malbecs crafted from old vine grapes grown in three distinct vineyard sites. This producer stands out in the Argentinian winemaking scene for its world class fresh and elegant wines, ranking second place on the IWSR\u2019s Drinks Market Analysis list of Ultra Premium Brands from Argentina in 2023. For a true taste of the winery\u2019s philosophy, try the 2020 Finca Altamira Malbec.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n\t\t<style>\n\t\t#wcpro-shortcode-7116 {\n\t\t\t--wcpro-primary: #d13a3a;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-bg: #ffffff;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-text: #333333;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-card-padding: 20px;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-card-gap: 24px;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-border-radius: 8px;\n\t\t}\n\t\t\n\t\t\t#wcpro-shortcode-7116 a {\n\t\t\t\ttext-decoration: none;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t<\/style>\n\n\t\t<div id=\"wcpro-shortcode-7116\" class=\"wcpro-grid-wrapper wcpro-template-horizontal-ecommerce\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wine-horizontal-ecommerce-grid\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-horizontal-card\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Left: Wine Image -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/finca-altamira-malbec-achaval-ferrer-2018-mendoza-argentina\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-image-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Finca-Altamira-Malbec-Achaval-Ferrer-2018-Mendoza-Argentina-200x300-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-wine-card size-wine-card wp-post-image\" alt=\"Finca Altamira Malbec &#8211; Achaval Ferrer 2018\u00a0&#8211; Mendoza, Argentina\" data-cta-type=\"ranking\" data-position=\"1\" data-wine=\"Finca Altamira Malbec &#8211; Achaval Ferrer 2018\u00a0&#8211; Mendoza, Argentina\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<!-- Center: Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Title -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wine-h-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/finca-altamira-malbec-achaval-ferrer-2018-mendoza-argentina\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Finca Altamira Malbec &#8211; Achaval Ferrer 2018\u00a0&#8211; Mendoza, Argentina\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFinca Altamira Malbec &#8211; Achaval Ferrer 2018\u00a0&#8211; Mendoza, Argentina\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Additional Wine Details -->\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-details\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Country\/Region -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Vintage Year - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- ABV (Alcohol %) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Temperature - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Flavor - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Body & Structure - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Tasting Notes - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Rating - Stars and Score with Decimal Support -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-stars\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"star-filled\">\u2605<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wine-h-score\">5.0\/5<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Description\/Excerpt -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tFresh and lively on the palate, with a rich aromatic bouquet of plum, berries, cherries and wild herbs, as well as well defined tannins and a long, harmonious finish.&nbsp;\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<!-- Right: Price & Button -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-sidebar\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Price -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-label\">From:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-value\">\u00a3124.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Button -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/finca-altamira-malbec-achaval-ferrer-2018-mendoza-argentina\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-button\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   style=\"background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Finca Altamira Malbec &#8211; Achaval Ferrer 2018\u00a0&#8211; Mendoza, Argentina\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\n\n<div id=\"malbec\"><\/div><h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-97f7bd3\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-97f7bd3 \">What influences the Malbec red wine prices?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The price spectrum for quality Malbec is remarkably wide, ranging from approachable bottles around \u00a320 to rare collector\u2019s editions exceeding \u00a31,000. Several factors influence where a wine falls within this range. Vineyards located at <strong>higher altitudes<\/strong> command a 20-30% premium thanks to the exceptional fruit quality and climate conditions. <strong>Hand harvesting<\/strong> and <strong>extended oak<\/strong> ageing also demand greater labour and precision, which translates into higher costs. <strong>Vintage variation<\/strong> adds another layer: outstanding years like 2016 and 2018 are particularly sought after by collectors, often driving prices up by 15-25%. <strong>Brand prestige<\/strong> has its own weight too, with renowned names such as Catena Zapata carrying price premiums of 40-50% for their exceptional Malbecs. Finally, <strong>ageing potential <\/strong>is a key marker of value; wines built to evolve gracefully over a decade or more can cost two to three times as much.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"good-malbec-wines-by-price-point\"><strong>Good Malbec wines by price point<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\t\t<style>\n\t\t#wcpro-shortcode-1936 {\n\t\t\t--wcpro-primary: #d13a3a;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-bg: #ffffff;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-text: #333333;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-card-padding: 20px;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-card-gap: 24px;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-border-radius: 8px;\n\t\t}\n\t\t\n\t\t\t#wcpro-shortcode-1936 a {\n\t\t\t\ttext-decoration: none;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t<\/style>\n\n\t\t<div id=\"wcpro-shortcode-1936\" class=\"wcpro-grid-wrapper wcpro-template-ordered-list\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wcpro-ordered-list-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-card\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Image Section (LEFT) - Small, Simple -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/entry-level-malbec-malbec-the-listening-station-2024-victoria-australia\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wcpro-ol-image-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Entry-Level-Malbec-Malbec-The-Listening-Station-2024-Victoria-Australia-200x300-1.jpg\" class=\"wcpro-ol-img wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" data-cta-type=\"ranking\" data-position=\"1\" data-wine=\"Entry Level Malbec: Malbec &#8211; The Listening Station 2024 &#8211; Victoria, Australia\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<!-- Content Section (RIGHT) - Everything stacked vertically -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Title: \"1. Dry red wine. Wine Name - California\" -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wcpro-ol-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/entry-level-malbec-malbec-the-listening-station-2024-victoria-australia\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wcpro-ol-title-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Entry Level Malbec: Malbec &#8211; The Listening Station 2024 &#8211; Victoria, Australia\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1. Entry Level Malbec: Malbec &#8211; The Listening Station 2024 &#8211; Victoria, Australia\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Description - Regular paragraph, NOT italic -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tMedium bodied, with hints of black and red fruits in jam along with notes of chocolate and spice. It is pleasantly spicy, with marked acidity and a medium long finish.&nbsp;\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Wine Metadata - Only show fields that are filled -->\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-metadata\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Vintage Year - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Producer -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Country -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Region (from meta, not taxonomy) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Grape Variety -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- ABV (Alcohol %) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Temperature - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Flavor - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Body & Structure - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Tasting Notes - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Star Rating - Match Product Cards Style -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-stars-display\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wcpro-star-partial-wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; display: inline-block;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wcpro-star-empty\" style=\"color: #e0e0e0;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; overflow: hidden; width: 60%; color: #f39c12;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wcpro-ol-score-display\">4.6\/5<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Price - Match Product Cards Style -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tFrom: <span class=\"price-amount\">\u00a320.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Button - BLACK, below price -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/entry-level-malbec-malbec-the-listening-station-2024-victoria-australia\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wcpro-ol-button\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   style=\"background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Entry Level Malbec: Malbec &#8211; The Listening Station 2024 &#8211; Victoria, Australia\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-card\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Image Section (LEFT) - Small, Simple -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/mid-tier-malbec-vie-cave-fattoria-aldobrandesca-2023-tuscany-italy\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wcpro-ol-image-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Mid-Tier-Malbec-Vie-Cave-Fattoria-Aldobrandesca-2023-Tuscany-Italy-200x300-1.jpg\" class=\"wcpro-ol-img wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" data-cta-type=\"ranking\" data-position=\"2\" data-wine=\"Mid Tier Malbec: Vie Cave &#8211; Fattoria Aldobrandesca 2023 &#8211; Tuscany, Italy\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<!-- Content Section (RIGHT) - Everything stacked vertically -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Title: \"1. Dry red wine. Wine Name - California\" -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wcpro-ol-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/mid-tier-malbec-vie-cave-fattoria-aldobrandesca-2023-tuscany-italy\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wcpro-ol-title-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"2\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Mid Tier Malbec: Vie Cave &#8211; Fattoria Aldobrandesca 2023 &#8211; Tuscany, Italy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2. Mid Tier Malbec: Vie Cave &#8211; Fattoria Aldobrandesca 2023 &#8211; Tuscany, Italy\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Description - Regular paragraph, NOT italic -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBalanced, soft and pleasantly persistent, with sweet tannins and aromas of spice, cloves, vanilla, blueberry, bitter chocolate and ripe black fruits.&nbsp;\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Wine Metadata - Only show fields that are filled -->\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-metadata\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Vintage Year - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Producer -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Country -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Region (from meta, not taxonomy) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Grape Variety -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- ABV (Alcohol %) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Temperature - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Flavor - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Body & Structure - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Tasting Notes - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Star Rating - Match Product Cards Style -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-stars-display\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wcpro-star-partial-wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; display: inline-block;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wcpro-star-empty\" style=\"color: #e0e0e0;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; overflow: hidden; width: 90%; color: #f39c12;\">\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wcpro-ol-score-display\">4.9\/5<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Price - Match Product Cards Style -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tFrom: <span class=\"price-amount\">\u00a320.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Button - BLACK, below price -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/mid-tier-malbec-vie-cave-fattoria-aldobrandesca-2023-tuscany-italy\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wcpro-ol-button\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   style=\"background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"2\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Mid Tier Malbec: Vie Cave &#8211; Fattoria Aldobrandesca 2023 &#8211; Tuscany, Italy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-card\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Image Section (LEFT) - Small, Simple -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/premium-malbec-republica-del-malbec-matias-riccitelli-2021-mendoza-argentina\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wcpro-ol-image-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Premium-Malbec-Republica-del-Malbec-Matias-Riccitelli-2021-Mendoza-Argentina-200x300-1.jpg\" class=\"wcpro-ol-img wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" data-cta-type=\"ranking\" data-position=\"3\" data-wine=\"Premium Malbec: Rep\u00fablica del Malbec &#8211; Mat\u00edas Riccitelli 2021 &#8211; Mendoza, Argentina\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<!-- Content Section (RIGHT) - Everything stacked vertically -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Title: \"1. Dry red wine. Wine Name - California\" -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wcpro-ol-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/premium-malbec-republica-del-malbec-matias-riccitelli-2021-mendoza-argentina\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wcpro-ol-title-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"3\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Premium Malbec: Rep\u00fablica del Malbec &#8211; Mat\u00edas Riccitelli 2021 &#8211; Mendoza, Argentina\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3. Premium Malbec: Rep\u00fablica del Malbec &#8211; Mat\u00edas Riccitelli 2021 &#8211; Mendoza, Argentina\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Description - Regular paragraph, NOT italic -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe nose presents intense aromas of black fruit, liquorice and spices. It is remarkably balanced on the palate, accompanied by elegant, soft and silky tannins.\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Wine Metadata - Only show fields that are filled -->\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-metadata\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Vintage Year - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Producer -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Country -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Region (from meta, not taxonomy) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Grape Variety -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- ABV (Alcohol %) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Temperature - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Flavor - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Body & Structure - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Tasting Notes - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Star Rating - Match Product Cards Style -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-stars-display\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wcpro-ol-score-display\">5.0\/5<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Price - Match Product Cards Style -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tFrom: <span class=\"price-amount\">\u00a350.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Button - BLACK, below price -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/premium-malbec-republica-del-malbec-matias-riccitelli-2021-mendoza-argentina\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wcpro-ol-button\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   style=\"background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"3\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Premium Malbec: Rep\u00fablica del Malbec &#8211; Mat\u00edas Riccitelli 2021 &#8211; Mendoza, Argentina\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-card\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Image Section (LEFT) - Small, Simple -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/luxury-best-malbec-wine-finca-altamira-malbec-achaval-ferrer-2018-mendoza-argentina\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wcpro-ol-image-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Luxury-Best-Malbec-Wine-Finca-Altamira-Malbec-Achaval-Ferrer-2018-Mendoza-Argentina-200x300-1.jpg\" class=\"wcpro-ol-img wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" data-cta-type=\"ranking\" data-position=\"4\" data-wine=\"Luxury Best Malbec Wine: Finca Altamira Malbec &#8211; Achaval Ferrer 2018 &#8211; Mendoza, Argentina\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<!-- Content Section (RIGHT) - Everything stacked vertically -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Title: \"1. Dry red wine. Wine Name - California\" -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"wcpro-ol-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/luxury-best-malbec-wine-finca-altamira-malbec-achaval-ferrer-2018-mendoza-argentina\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wcpro-ol-title-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"4\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Luxury Best Malbec Wine: Finca Altamira Malbec &#8211; Achaval Ferrer 2018 &#8211; Mendoza, Argentina\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4. Luxury Best Malbec Wine: Finca Altamira Malbec &#8211; Achaval Ferrer 2018 &#8211; Mendoza, Argentina\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Description - Regular paragraph, NOT italic -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tFresh and lively on the palate, with a rich aromatic bouquet of plum, berries, cherries and wild herbs, as well as well defined tannins and a long, harmonious finish.&nbsp;\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Wine Metadata - Only show fields that are filled -->\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-metadata\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Vintage Year - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Producer -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Country -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Region (from meta, not taxonomy) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Grape Variety -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- ABV (Alcohol %) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Temperature - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Flavor - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Body & Structure - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Tasting Notes - Only if enabled and exists -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Star Rating - Match Product Cards Style -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-stars-display\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"wcpro-star-filled\">\u2605<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wcpro-ol-score-display\">5.0\/5<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Price - Match Product Cards Style -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wcpro-ol-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tFrom: <span class=\"price-amount\">\u00a3100.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Button - BLACK, below price -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/luxury-best-malbec-wine-finca-altamira-malbec-achaval-ferrer-2018-mendoza-argentina\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wcpro-ol-button\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   style=\"background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"4\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Luxury Best Malbec Wine: Finca Altamira Malbec &#8211; Achaval Ferrer 2018 &#8211; Mendoza, Argentina\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"best-malbec-wines-to-elevate-your-collection\">Best Malbec wines to elevate your collection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once viewed as a simple table wine, Malbec has evolved into one of the most collectable red wines of the modern era. The most age worthy Malbecs often originate from appellations such as Luj\u00e1n de Cuyo and Altamira, where <strong>DOC recognition<\/strong> signals meticulous vineyard management. Vineyards situated at <strong>high altitudes<\/strong> (above 1,000 meters) like those of Adrianna or Altamira, produce grapes with concentrated fruit and firm structure that allow for graceful ageing. Bottles that are most coveted by collectors often showcase Malbec skillfully blended with other noble varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot or Tannat, in varying proportions to enhance depth and longevity. Production remains intentionally small, with winemakers focusing on capturing the individuality of each parcel rather than volume.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below, we have handpicked 2 of the<strong> best Malbec wines<\/strong> that belong in a collector&#8217;s cellar alongside Bordeaux and Champagne.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\t\t<style>\n\t\t#wcpro-shortcode-1873 {\n\t\t\t--wcpro-primary: #d13a3a;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-bg: #ffffff;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-text: #333333;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-card-padding: 20px;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-card-gap: 24px;\n\t\t\t--wcpro-border-radius: 8px;\n\t\t}\n\t\t\n\t\t\t#wcpro-shortcode-1873 a {\n\t\t\t\ttext-decoration: none;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t<\/style>\n\n\t\t<div id=\"wcpro-shortcode-1873\" class=\"wcpro-grid-wrapper wcpro-template-horizontal-ecommerce\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wine-horizontal-ecommerce-grid\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-horizontal-card\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Left: Wine Image -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/finca-altamira-malbec-achaval-ferrer-2018-mendoza-argentina\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-image-link\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Finca-Altamira-Malbec-Achaval-Ferrer-2018-Mendoza-Argentina-200x300-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-wine-card size-wine-card wp-post-image\" alt=\"Finca Altamira Malbec &#8211; 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It is remarkably balanced on the palate, accompanied by elegant, soft and silky tannins.\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<!-- Right: Price & Button -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-sidebar\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Price -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-label\">From:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-value\">\u00a350.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Button -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/premium-malbec-republica-del-malbec-matias-riccitelli-2021-mendoza-argentina\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-button\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   style=\"background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"2\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Premium Malbec: Rep\u00fablica del Malbec &#8211; Mat\u00edas Riccitelli 2021 &#8211; Mendoza, Argentina\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fun fact:<\/strong> The <a href=\"https:\/\/catenazapata.com\/index.php\"><em>Catena Zapata<\/em><\/a><em> Adrianna Vineyard Mundus Bacillus Terrae Malbec 2016<\/em> from the high altitude Adrianna vineyard in Uco Valley, Mendoza, has sold for \u00a32000+ at auction, making it the world&#8217;s most expensive Malbec!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"malbec-red-wine-s-best-vintage-years\">Malbec red wine\u2019s best vintage years<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Malbec vintages vary widely in character, with some years producing wines best enjoyed young and others offering exceptional ageing potential. Cooler seasons typically yield more structured wines with firm tannins and vibrant acidity, ideal for long term cellaring, while warmer years produce softer and fruit driven styles suited for early drinking.&nbsp; Among the recent standouts, 2016 remains a reference vintage: a long, cool growing season delivered Malbecs of remarkable balance, freshness and depth, capable of evolving for 20 years or more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a detailed look at the best Malbec vintage, consult the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.robertparker.com\/vintage-chart?country=argentina?region=argentina?vintage=all\">Argentine wine vintage chart<\/a> highlighting the top performing harvests. The table below lists the key vintages that have defined Malbec\u2019s modern reputation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wines-table-wrapper\"><table class=\"gsbp-4f599d2\">\n<tr>\n<th>Malbec Vintage<\/th>\n\n\n\n<th>Recommended Malbec<\/th>\n\n\n\n<th><strong>Tasting Notes<\/strong><\/th>\n\n\n\n<th>Vintage Characteristics<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td class=\"gsbp-57ed0bd\"><strong>202<\/strong>4<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Vive &#8211; Alta Vista 2024 &#8211; Mendoza, Argentina<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td><br>Fresh, young and persistent, with round tannins and intense aromas of red fruits, plums, coffee powder and vanilla.<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Frosts and the El Ni\u00f1o condition led to lower yields, but the wines were of very good quality, highly aromatic and concentrated.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td class=\"gsbp-fe4562e\"><strong>202<\/strong>3<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Amaru Malbec &#8211; El Esteco 2023 &#8211; Calchaqu\u00ed Valleys, Argentina<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>On the palate, sweet and soft tannins perfectly balance out the fresh red fruits, plum, raisins, chocolate and oak notes.<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Severe spring frosts in 2022 led to lower yield harvests, but despite this, the resulting wines are deep, tense and age worthy, particularly in Uco Valley and Mendoza.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td class=\"gsbp-b82da42\"><strong>20<\/strong>22<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Estate Premium Malbec &#8211; Alta Vista 2022 &#8211; Mendoza, Argentina<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Silky, round and concentrated on the palate, with elegant flavours of red fruits, plum and spices, enriched with notes of liquorice and balsamic herbs.<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>A roller coaster year with a relatively cool growing season. The wines from this vintage are highly expressive with optimal acidity and ripeness.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td class=\"gsbp-c2f5653\"><strong>2021<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Gil Aceri &#8211; Paladin 2021 &#8211; Veneto, Italy<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Elegant and sophisticated, with a full body and intense aromas of red fruit, spice and tobacco.<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Cool temperatures and rain slowed down the ripening of the grapes, leading to concentrated wines with lower alcohol levels.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td class=\"gsbp-40fd469\"><strong>2018<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Finca Altamira Malbec &#8211; Achaval Ferrer 2018 &#8211; Mendoza, Argentina<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>palate, with a rich aromatic bouquet of plum, berries, cherries and wild herbs, as well as well defined tannins and a long, harmonious finish.<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Nearly ideal growing conditions resulting in well structured wines with smooth tannins and ripe fruit flavours.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"how-to-serve-malbec-wine-like-a-pro\"><\/div><h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-37ea819\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-37ea819 \">How to serve Malbec wine like a pro<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As with other fine reds, <strong>temperature, aeration and proper glassware<\/strong> are key to unlocking Malbec\u2019s full character. Here are some simple tips to enjoy this beautiful red as a real pro:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Store bottles horizontally in a cool, dark place at about 13\u00b0C.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When it\u2019s time to pour, serve at a temperature between 16-18\u00b0C.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Younger Malbecs should be decanted for about 30 to 60 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aged Malbecs (10+ years) should be decanted for at least 2+ hours to fully reveal their complexity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> after opening, use a <strong>vacuum wine stopper<\/strong> to help preserve Malbec\u2019s freshness for up to 5 days. If you plan to keep it longer, about a week, pour the remaining wine into a <strong>smaller, airtight bottle<\/strong> to reduce contact with oxygen and slow down oxidation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"best-malbec-wine-food-pairings-to-try-in-2026\">Best Malbec wine food pairings to try in 2026<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Malbec\u2019s bold structure and smooth texture make it an exceptionally food friendly red. The key is to match the wine\u2019s depth and ripeness with dishes that carry equal flavour intensity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>young Malbec<\/strong> pairs beautifully with smoky ribs, juicy burgers or bacon empanadas, classic barbecue food that complements its vibrant fruit and spice. An <strong>aged Malbec<\/strong>, on the other hand, shines alongside slow braised short ribs, earthy mushroom risotto or even a square of dark chocolate to highlight its mature, velvety character.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use this guide to find the right Malbec for your meal and elevate every bite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wines-table-wrapper\"><table class=\"gsbp-c734c73\">\n<tr>\n<th><strong>Malbec Wine Food Pairing<\/strong><\/th>\n\n\n\n<th>Best Malbec Wine Bottle<\/th>\n\n\n\n<th class=\"gsbp-762a0fe\">Aged<\/th>\n\n\n\n<th>Type &amp; Structure<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td>Lamb chops, grilled pork, venison, smoky barbecue ribs, flame grilled steak<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Finca Altamira Malbec &#8211; Achaval Ferrer 2018 &#8211; Mendoza, Argentina<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>1-2 years<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Fresh and lively on the palate, with a rich aromatic bouquet of plum, berries, cherries and wild herbs, as well as well defined tannins and a long, harmonious finish.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td>Portobello Mushroom, roasted peppers, zucchini, eggplants<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Rep\u00fablica del Malbec &#8211; Mat\u00edas Riccitelli 2021 &#8211; Mendoza, Argentina<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>1-2 years<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>The nose presents intense aromas of black fruit, liquorice and spices. It is remarkably balanced on the palate, accompanied by elegant, soft and silky tannins.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td>Spiced dark chocolate desserts &amp; cherry compote<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Vie Cave &#8211; Fattoria Aldobrandesca 2023 &#8211; Tuscany, Italy<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>1-2 years<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Balanced, soft and pleasantly persistent, with sweet tannins and aromas of spice, cloves, vanilla, blueberry, bitter chocolate and ripe black fruits.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td>Aged cheeses (Manchego, Aged Gouda, Cheddar), blue cheese<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Estate Premium Malbec &#8211; Alta Vista 2022 &#8211; Mendoza, Argentina<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>1-2 years<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Silky, round and concentrated on the palate, with elegant flavours of red fruits, plum and spices, enriched with notes of liquorice and balsamic herbs.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td>Beef rag\u00f9, mole poblano, mushroom bourguignon, lamb Rogan Josh<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Bourbon Barrel Aged Malbec &#8211; Finca Las Moras 2023 &#8211; San Juan, Argentina<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>1-2 years<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Full bodied and ripe, with soft, well integrated tannins and accents of plum, raisins, oak, cinnamon and vanilla.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-image gspb_image gspb_image-id-gsbp-fd948a8\" id=\"gspb_image-id-gsbp-fd948a8\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Malbec-wine-food-pairings.jpg\" data-src=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800px\" height=\"1076\"\/><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"malbec-wine-beginner-no-stress\">Malbec wine beginner? No stress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Malbec is one of the best red wines for beginners. It offers bold, fruity flavours with soft tannins and a smooth texture that make it easy to enjoy compared to other heavier reds. Here are some simple tips to get the best out of your bottle:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Choose vintages released within the last two to four years as they\u2019re more approachable and balanced.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serve red Malbec slightly chilled, around 16-18\u00b0C, to bring out its fruit and spice notes.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decant for about 30 minutes to let the aromas open up.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pair Malbec reds with grilled meats, aged cheeses or smoky vegetables.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-malbec-red-wine-and-how-is-it-made\">What is Malbec red wine and how is it made?<\/h2>\n\n\n<section class=\"wcp-definition-box\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\">\n<dl>\n<dt itemprop=\"name\">Malbec<\/dt>\n<dd itemprop=\"description\"><p>Malbec wine is a popular, full bodied red wine that originated from France but is now thriving in Argentina. It is smooth, high in alcohol and moderately tannic, displaying dark fruit flavours of blackberry, plum and cherry. ABV: 13% to 15%.<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p>Malbec is a full bodied red wine produced from the self named grape with a signature dark purple colour and magenta rim that makes it stand out during blind tastings. It is originally from France, mainly planted in Bordeaux and used as a blending grape in Bordeaux wines. While in France Malbec\u2019s popularity died down due to its vulnerability to various diseases, the thick skinned grape has now found a home in Argentina, where it was introduced in the mid 19th century, quickly becoming the country\u2019s most celebrated grape.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Malbec red wines follow traditional winemaking methods:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Viticulture <\/strong>requires great care because Malbec is susceptible to various grape diseases such as frost, coulure, rot and mildew. Wine growers have developed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/307751149_Clonal_selection_of_vitis_vinifera_cv_malbec_Confluence_of_science_and_nature\">new clones<\/a> and vineyard management techniques that reduce the occurrence of these problems as well as improve yield. The grape also performs fabulously in regions with higher elevations, whereas it may taste too flabby if grown in warmer, low elevation regions.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once the grapes reach optimal ripeness (usually in late summer or early autumn), the grapes are <strong>harvested, destemmed and gently crushed<\/strong> to release their juice while keeping some skins intact since the skins are crucial for the wine\u2019s dark purple hue and tannic structure.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fermentation is typically carried out in stainless steel or concrete tanks with the addition of <\/strong>yeasts. The process lasts between 7 and 14 days with the grape skins remaining in contact with the juice to extract colour, tannins and aromatic compounds. Winemakers often perform regular punch downs or pump overs to ensure even extraction. After the primary fermentation, malolactic fermentation takes place to convert the malic acid in the wine to lactic acid for a smoother and creamier texture.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After fermentation, Malbec is often <strong>aged<\/strong> in oak barrels according to the structure that the winemaker wants to achieve: a few months for fresher and fruit driven styles, over a year for more layered and age worthy wines. Oak ageing softens the tannins but also adds subtle notes of vanilla, spice and toast.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Blending <\/strong>is more common for French bottles (Bordeaux red blends), while Malbec red wines from Argentina are bottled as single varietals (although some blending might occur by blending different vineyard lots to achieve balance and complexity). The resulting wine is clarified and filtered to remove sediments and remaining yeasts from the bottle. The inky red wine is then bottled and ready for commercial release.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Did you know? <\/strong>Malbec is one of the few grapes that undergoes a process called &#8220;cold soaking&#8221;, a signature Argentine technique where, before fermentation, grapes sit at chilly temperatures for 2 to 5 days, just the time necessary to extract colour but avoiding the extraction of harsh tannins.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"malbec-regions-around-the-world\">Malbec regions around the world<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Malbec thrives best in sunny climates, which helps to soften its tannins and ripen the thick skinned fruits. It performs exceptionally well at high altitudes and notable terroirs for its production include Argentina, France, Chile, Australia and New Zealand. In these regions, it is typically used in red blends, although many single varietal Malbecs are widely produced in Argentina. Let\u2019s have a look at some of the world\u2019s top regions for red wine Malbec production.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"french-malbec-wine\">French Malbec wine<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Historically, Malbec was a major grape in Bordeaux, adding depth and fruit notes to Bordeaux wine blends before its popularity declined. Malbec is a vulnerable variety that is susceptible to many grape diseases and most vines were wiped out by a severe frost in 1956. The majority of winemakers chose to replace their vines with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and other varieties. Today, French Malbec wine is most popular in the Cahors AOC, where it comprises at least 70% of the wine blend. It is also grown in the Loire Valley and it is used as a blending grape in several AOCs as well as in meritages and Bordeaux blends.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"malbec-from-argentina\">Malbec from Argentina<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The  Argentine Mendoza region takes the world lead among Malbec wine producers, crafting elite expressions from its high altitude vineyards. Nicol\u00e1s Catena Zapata, in particular, transformed the status of Argentinian Malbec through his experiments, being the first person to plant a vineyard at almost 5,000 feet (1,500 m) in 1994.    \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"what-are-the-types-of-malbec-wine\"><\/div><h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-bdb9ebc\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-bdb9ebc \">What are the types of Malbec wine?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"while-malbec-is-a-single-grape-variety-there-are-distinct-styles-and-types-of-malbec-wine-that-arise-from-differences-in-winemaking-technique-region-altitude-and-climate-here-s-a-clear-breakdown\">While Malbec is a single grape variety, there are distinct styles and types of Malbec wine that arise from differences in winemaking technique, region, altitude and climate. Here\u2019s a clear breakdown:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Malbec red wine <\/strong>is the most common type and, as mentioned in the sections above, it can express remarkably different personalities depending on the vineyard in which the Malbec wine grape is grown.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Malbec ros\u00e9 wine<\/strong> instead, is a lighter and fruitier style, offering a fresher alternative when compared to the red version. They are produced by shortening the amount of time that the juice spends in contact with the grape skins during maceration.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Malbec white wine<\/strong> is made by separating the Malbec grape skins from the juice before fermentation to prevent the skin colour and tannins from being extracted. This style, known as <a href=\"https:\/\/de.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Blanc_de_Noirs\"><em>blanc de noir<\/em><\/a>, is extremely rare and unique and offers subtle floral and stone fruit notes with a soft, elegant texture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the above Malbec wines, this wine can also be categorised as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Argentine Malbec, <\/strong>a<strong> <\/strong>soft wine with a plusher texture and riper tannins than French Malbec. These wines are often fruity with aromas of violet and may have a sweet tobacco finish depending on how much oak ageing it was subjected to. Argentinian wine growers often seek extremely high altitudes (1000m+) for cultivating their highly rated grapes.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>French Cahors Malbec<\/strong> is a wine with a higher acidity and accentuated flavours of black pepper and spice. French Malbecs also have moderate tannins and lower alcohol levels, increasing their ageing potential. Under the Cahors AOC regulations, Malbec wine blends must contain at least 70% Malbec grapes, with Merlot and Tannat making up the rest.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Premium reserve Malbec<\/strong> is a wine crafted from the finest parcels and aged 12 to 24 months in oak barrels. These wines are the pinnacle of quality, often blended with small portions of Tannat. This style displays concentrated fruit and elegant floral undertones.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sparkling Malbec wine <\/strong>is a rarer type crafted with the traditional method, which involves a second fermentation process in the bottle. The wine then ages on its lees to develop complex flavours before removing the yeast sediment and sealing off the bottle. The result is a deeply ruby sparkling wine with fine bubbles and dark berry flavours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Late harvest Malbec <\/strong>is a sweeter version crafted from ripe grapes that were left on the vine to dehydrate and concentrate their sugars before harvesting. Winemakers halt the fermentation process by lowering the temperature once they have achieved the desired sweetness levels.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fun fact<\/strong>: Malbec wine grapes are amongst the highest in anthocyanins (natural anti oxidant pigments)! They have five times more anthocyanins than Merlot, which gives them that signature inky colour!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-malbec-wine-compares-to-other-popular-reds\">How Malbec wine compares to other popular reds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For those who enjoy Malbec\u2019s velvety texture and ripe fruit character, a few other classic reds offer a similar sense of richness, each shaped by its own terroir and character.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Merlot<\/strong> shares Malbec\u2019s smoothness but leans softer and rounder, with flavours of plum, chocolate and herbs that make it instantly approachable.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cabernet Sauvignon<\/strong>, on the other hand, is more structured and full bodied with firmer tannins and bold notes of blackcurrant, cedar and spice, ideal for those who prefer intensity and longevity.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shiraz<\/strong> (or Syrah) delivers a richer, spicier profile often marked by blackberry, pepper and smoky undertones, offering a more robust and exotic experience.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each of these wines echoes an aspect of Malbec\u2019s character while expressing its own distinct sense of place and personality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wines-table-wrapper\"><table class=\"gsbp-b37503e\">\n<tr>\n<th>Wine \/ Grape<\/th>\n\n\n\n<th>Top Wine\u00a0<\/th>\n\n\n\n<th><strong>Tasting Notes<\/strong><\/th>\n\n\n\n<th>Comparison<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td class=\"gsbp-1c55d25\"><strong>Malbec vs Merlot\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Cont\u2019Ugo Guado al Tasso &#8211; Marchesi Antinori 2024 &#8211; Tuscany, Italy\u00a0<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Intense bouquet of ripe red fruits, enriched with refined and elegant hints of plums, cherries and spices.\u00a0<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Merlot is often softer and smoother than Malbec, with flavors of red berries, plum and herbs.\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td class=\"gsbp-e5b0eb6\"><strong>Malbec vs Cabernet\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon &#8211; The Prisoner Wine Co. &#8211; California, US<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Full bodied and structured, with soft tannins and expressive aromas of black fruits, cloves and aromatic herbs.<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Cabernet Sauvignon is a more structured wine than Malbec, with firm tannins and bolder flavors of blackcurrant and green bell pepper.\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Malbec vs Shiraz<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Shiraz &#8211; Sommerbosch Wines 2020 &#8211; Coastal Region, South Africa<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Pleasantly round and good bodied, with smooth tannins, spicy and mulberrya romas.<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td>Shiraz offers an intensely spicy experience, with bolder flavors and a higher alcohol content than Malbec.\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"which-is-the-right-glass-for-malbec-wine\"><\/div><h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-d5ff0aa\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-d5ff0aa \">Which is 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class=\"wine-h-sidebar\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Price -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wine-h-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-label\">From:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"price-value\">\u00a3230.00<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Button -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/winescurated.com\/uk\/go\/sophienwald-bordeaux-wine-glasses-228-mm-570-ml\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   class=\"wine-h-button\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   style=\"background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff;\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   target=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-cta-type=\"ranking\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-position=\"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\t   data-wine=\"Sophienwald Bordeaux Wine Glasses\u00a0228 mm\/570 ml\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBuy now\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Frontend Edit Button (Admins Only) -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> do not over aerate Malbec wines using excessively wide bowled glasses, such as the ones used for Burgundy style wines.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"how-we-rate-malbec-wine\"><\/div><h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-52d32e4\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-52d32e4 \">How we rate Malbec wine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every Malbec wine that makes it into our recommendations has been blind tasted and rated by our team of experts. We are strict with our selections, only bottles that score at least 4.6 out of 5 earn a place on our list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At first, we work with a 50 point scoring system, which we translate into the clean 5 point scale that you see:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>5 = Exceptional<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 = Excellent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 = Very Good<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 = Good<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 = Fair<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What actually goes into the score?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Appearance<\/strong> (up to 5 points): we&#8217;re assessing clarity, depth of colour and brightness, the first clues about what&#8217;s coming.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aroma &amp; bouquet<\/strong> (up to 15 points): we&#8217;re looking for intensity, layered complexity and a clean, flaw free nose that makes you want to keep going back.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flavour &amp; palate<\/strong> (up to 20 points): acidity, tannin, alcohol and mouthfeel all need to be pulling in the same direction: a great Malbec wine feels balanced, not like a tug of war<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Overall impression<\/strong> (up to 10 points): we&#8217;re thinking about harmony, typicity, the length of the finish and whether this is a wine that still has somewhere interesting to go.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Scores of 4 and above signal something genuinely worth seeking out. Anything below 4 didn&#8217;t make the cut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We also hold every Malbec red wine to three additional standards that we think matter as much as the numbers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Structure<\/strong>: a greaat Malbec wine has soft, plush and velvety tannins that makes if smooth and approachable.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aromatic profile<\/strong>: primary dark fruit and floral aromas, as well as secondary notes of spice and oak are good quality indicators. .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Terroir expression<\/strong>: regional variations exist between wines from different sites. Argentine Malbec is plusher and more fruit driven, while French Malbec tends to be more rustic and structured with higher acidity and firmer tannins.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>A note from our team<\/em><\/strong><em>: while the scores are give you an idea of a wine\u2019s quality, they don\u2019t tell the whole story. At most, they are a reflection of our tasting conditions, palate and opinions about a given bottle. We advise that you read the attached tasting note, which is where the real picture lives.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-container gspb_container gspb_container-gsbp-cd51224\" id=\"gspb_container-id-gsbp-cd51224\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-greenshift-blocks-container gspb_container gspb_container-gsbp-6538cb0\" id=\"gspb_container-id-gsbp-6538cb0\">\n<h2 id=\"gspb_heading-id-gsbp-36c135c\" class=\"gspb_heading gspb_heading-id-gsbp-36c135c \"><strong>FAQs on Malbec wine<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-question\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Which is the best Malbec wine to buy?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The <\/span><a href=\"#ranking\"><b>best Malbec wine<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0to buy is <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Achaval Ferrer Finca Altamira Malbec 2018<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. This legendary bottle unveils a deep, full bodied texture with opulent layers of blackberry, plum and violet, accented by subtle spice. Refined through ageing in French oak, it delivers remarkable harmony, depth and sophistication, a true collector\u2019s gem. Several other wines featured in our top 10 Malbec wines share a comparable level of flavour intensity, offering an equally captivating quality.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-question\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>What country has the best Malbec wine?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Argentina is the country with the best Malbec wines worldwide. The Mendoza region, with its high altitude vineyards, optimal sunlight and mineral alluvial soils, yields wines of striking intensity, bursting with ripe fruit, velvety tannins and layered complexity. While France, particularly Cahors, is the grape\u2019s historic birthplace, it is in Argentina that Malbec has reached its finest expression, refined to perfection through modern viticulture and meticulous craftsmanship.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-question\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Which Italian wine is most like Malbec?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Italian wine closest to Malbec is Amarone della Valpolicella. While Malbec is celebrated for its bold, fruit driven character and plush tannins, Amarone delivers a comparably opulent experience, bursting with notes of dark fruit, dried cherry and warming spice. Crafted through the traditional <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">appassimento<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> method, which involves partially drying the grapes before fermentation, Amarone achieves remarkable concentration, a full bodied structure, elevated alcohol and a luxuriously velvety texture.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-question\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Is red Malbec a dry wine\u200b?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, Malbec is a dry red wine. Despite its lush flavours of blackberry, plum and cherry, it contains very little residual sugar, classifying it firmly as dry. Its supple tannins and balanced acidity make it very approachable, while the dryness enhances its versatility at the table, pairing beautifully with grilled meats, aged cheeses and rich, savoury dishes.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-question\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Is Malbec a red wine?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, Malbec is primarily a red wine, but there are small scale productions of ros\u00e9 and even white Malbec that showcase the grape\u2019s versatility. Ros\u00e9 Malbecs are typically crafted using a short skin contact, resulting in vibrant pink hues, fresh red berry flavour, and a crisp, lively profile. White Malbecs are made by gently pressing the grapes and fermenting only the clear juice, producing wines with floral aromas, citrus undertones and a delicate mineral finish. Though rare, these expressions highlight Malbec\u2019s adaptability and offer a refreshing alternative to its traditional bold red style.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-question\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Where is Malbec from?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Malbec originated in France, in the Cahors region, where it is traditionally called C\u00f4t. In its homeland, the grape produces structured, earthy wines with firm tannins and deep colour. Over time, however, Argentina, especially the Mendoza region, has become the global reference point for Malbec red wines, thanks to its high altitude vineyards that yield ripe, concentrated and expressive wines. While countries like Chile and the United States also cultivate Malbec successfully, Argentina remains the undisputed leader, having elevated the varietal to international fame with its signature bold yet silky style.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-question\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Is Malbec wine sweet\u200b?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">No, Malbec is not a sweet wine; it is classified as dry, containing very little residual sugar. While a few sweeter versions exist, often made from late harvested grapes, the vast majority of Malbec wines are dry in style. Their rich flavours of blackberry, plum and dark cherry can create a <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">perceived<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> sweetness, but this comes from the ripeness of the fruit rather than actual sugar content. Oak ageing may introduce hints of vanilla, mocha or chocolate, yet the wine itself remains firmly on the dry side of the spectrum.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-question\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Is Malbec\u200b a full bodied wine?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Malbec is generally a medium to full bodied dry red wine, though its exact style can vary depending on the winemaking method and growing conditions. In cooler climates or higher altitudes (like those in the Uco Valley), Malbec tends to show greater freshness, vibrant acidity and floral aromatics, resulting in a more elegant, medium bodied expression. In warmer regions or with extended oak ageing, the wine develops a richer, fuller body with denser tannins, riper fruit flavours and a velvety texture. Winemaking choices such as fermentation temperature, maceration time and barrel type all influence its final structure and intensity, making Malbec one of the most versatile red varieties in the world.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-question\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>What is a good Malbec wine\u200b to buy?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A <\/span><a href=\"#malbec\"><b>good Malbec to buy <\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">is the <\/span><b>Achaval Ferrer Finca Altamira Malbec 2018<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, known for its balance, fine tannins and mineral complexity. Other highly rated options, listed by price point, include <\/span><b>The Listening Station Malbec 2024 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">(entry level),\u00a0 Fattoria Aldobrandesca Vie Cave 2023 (mid tier) and Mat\u00edas Riccitelli Rep\u00fablica del Malbec 2021<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">(premium), all recognised for their quality and consistent expression of Argentina\u2019s Mendoza terroir.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-question\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>What are the best Malbec wine brands?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Top Malbec wine brands include Catena Zapata (Argentina), renowned for its high altitude vineyards and complex wines that define the country\u2019s modern style. <\/span><b>Achaval-Ferrer<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> (Argentina) focuses on concentrated, single vineyard expressions with remarkable purity and depth. <\/span><b>Bodega Colom\u00e9<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, one of Argentina\u2019s oldest wineries, produces distinctive high elevation Malbecs from Salta, noted for their intensity and freshness. In France, Ch\u00e2teau du C\u00e8dre (Cahors) crafts structured, earthy Malbecs with long ageing potential, while <\/span><b>Cheval des Andes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, a prestigious collaboration between <\/span><b>Ch\u00e2teau Cheval Blanc<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and <\/span><b>Terrazas de los Andes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, delivers one of the finest Bordeaux inspired Malbec blends on the market.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-question\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>How long does an open bottle of Malbec wine last?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Once opened, a bottle of Malbec typically remains enjoyable for three to five days if properly sealed and stored in the refrigerator. Lighter, fruit focused styles tend to lose freshness sooner (around three days) while fuller bodied or oak aged examples can stay vibrant for up to five. To preserve its character longer, use a vacuum pump or argon spray, though the finest flavours are best appreciated within two days of opening.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-question\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Should Malbec be chilled?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Malbec shows best when served slightly cooler than room temperature, ideally between 16 and 18\u00b0C. If the bottle has been kept at room temperature (around 21\u00b0C or higher), a brief 15 to 20 minute chill in the refrigerator helps bring out balance and freshness, softening the alcohol warmth and enhancing fruit expression. Younger or lighter bodied Malbecs benefit from an even cooler serving temperature, around 13\u00b0C, though over chilling should be avoided, as it can dull the wine\u2019s aromatics.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Which is the best Malbec wine to buy?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"<p>The <a href=\\\"#ranking\\\"><b>best Malbec wine<\/b><\/a>\u00a0to buy is <i>Achaval Ferrer Finca Altamira Malbec 2018<\/i>. This legendary bottle unveils a deep, full bodied texture with opulent layers of blackberry, plum and violet, accented by subtle spice. Refined through ageing in French oak, it delivers remarkable harmony, depth and sophistication, a true collector\u2019s gem. 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