Trapiche Malbec '95

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As South America's primary big red variety, Malbec has clearly adapted to the region in wonderful ways. Like Zin in Cali and Shiraz in Oz, Malbec has made a name for itself in its newfound land. I love the stuff, and never fully suspend disbelief when it comes to the tremendous value of these wines. Producers I know: Norton is OK, but Falling Star seems to me better. Cab-Malbec blend from F-Star is amazing at $4.69 at the supermarket. Trumpeter is solid, but the winner for this bunch is Flichman, $3.99 a bottle at my local wine merchant and worth thrice that price. I recommend this wine as a quaffer to any and all comers. (Incidentally, I read in a Wall St journal wine column that Flichman Syrah was also awesome for the price, but I have not been able to confirm this.)