Marvelous Malbec

[Scoop]

For those who love exuberant black fruit in their wine, but without it being out of control (i.e. with some structure), seek out a bottle of Catena's 1997 Malbec (from Mendoza, Argentina). It is full of amazingly jammy, blackberry fruit, both on the nose and the palate, with a slight hint of oak and soft, medium tannins. And beautifully balanced, with a long clean finish. Great with a roast pork loin with rosemary and garlic.

Retail: $15.99 (and a bargain at that price).

Cheers,

Scoop