Viña Cobos "Felino" Malbec - 2019

Name: Viña Cobos "Felino" Malbec
Brand: Viña Cobos
SKU: 35317
Price: 17.99 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Item # 35317 750mL

Paul Hobbs of Napa became a fan of Argentina after visiting the area in 1989, and played a huge role in bringing Malbec to the U.S. market. As chief winemaker, Hobbs allows this wine to show fruit, spice, and a dusting of dark chocolate. Great for everyday drinking and with burgers and ribs.

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Color

Red

Vintage

2019

Country

Argentina

Region

Mendoza

Producer

Viña Cobos

Grape Variety

Malbec

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Staff Pick Notes

Speaking honestly, Malbec isn't "hip" right now. The taste makers and gatekeepers of what is "cool" are down on the varietal right now. I don't care about what is cool, I just want to drink well and get the best value for my money. Enter Paul Hobbs, long time veteran California wine maker and also a big fan of Argentina and its potential for making great wine. He's responsible for creating this terrific entry level ....

- EG

Glossary

Argentina

Ever tried a sparkling Malbec? A Patagonian Pinot Noir? Argentine winemakers have long been in a position to experiment, most often with very tasty results. Many grapes flourish here, but none have been as commercially successful as Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon. One of the great undiscovered gems is Torrontés, a fresh, aromatic white variety that is best enjoyed young. The red Bonarda grape is another approachable yet little-known variety that thrives here. If you prefer your red wines spicy,...

Malbec

Known as Côt throughout much of France, Malbec is the dark-skinned variety that put Argentinian wine on the map - and likewise, Argentinian Malbec saved the grape from near obscurity. The Cahors appellation in France still relies on Malbec to distinguish many of its wines, but the area is exceptional in this regard. As the grape can be quite difficult to cultivate, it has become far less popular over the years, even in its Bordeaux home. Its South American renaissance has ensured, however, that...