Malbec

Malbec, one of the five classic Bordeaux varietals and the principle grape of Cahors, produces wines that range from fruity and spicy to rich and powerful. Malbec is commonly used as a blending grape except in Argentina where it's exceptional cultivation results in it normally being bottled as a stand-alone varietal. Requiring extended hang time to fully ripen and develop its characteristic plum flavors, Malbec typically has relatively low acid levels