There is more than just one style of Argentinian Malbec there is also excellent value-for-money to be had. Patricio Tapia and Paz Levinson offer expert advice and pick 27 wines to seek out that won't break the bank...
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There was a time when Argentinian Malbec seemed to have only one voice. Taking advantage of the variety’s characteristic softness and its fruity nature, the style that winemakers chose to promote emphasised the ripeness and sweetness of grapes that were harvested very late, so that they acquired a jammy, unctuous character.
And when the price allowed it, there was also a strong tendency to use new oak. This style soon became popular around the world and catapulted Malbec to stardom.
Scroll down for 27 wallet-friendly Malbecs from Argentina
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See Patricio Tapia and Paz Levenson’s pick of 27 good value Malbecs from Argentina
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{"wineId":"23967","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"23968","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"23969","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"23970","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"23971","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"23972","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"23973","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
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{"wineId":"23976","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"23977","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
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{"wineId":"23989","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"23990","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
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