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There, the grape produces darkly fruity wines with hints of black pepper and leather—like a traditional rustic country red, but with riper, fuller fruit. Malbecs are often very affordable, too, and go wonderfully with steaks and roasts, hearty stews and grilled sausages.

Rustic, Peppery Malbec

Top Bottles

• Terrazas de los Andes (Argentina)
• Bodega Catena Zapata Catena (Argentina)
• Altos Los Hormigas (Argentina)

The following wines pair particularly well with grilled steak:

• 2005 Mapema (Argentina)
• 2007 Altos Las Hormigas Mendoza (Argentina)
• 2007 High Note (Argentina)
• 2005 Tiza Mendoza (Argentina)

Recipe Pairings

• Beef-Stuffed Poblano Chiles
• Feijoada
• Mixed Grill with Chimichurri Sauces and Roasted Peppers
• Spicy Steak Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing »

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The latest red wine news and recommendations from senior wine editor Ray Isle’s Tasting Room.

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• Easy to Find Wines: Malbec
• Argentinian Malbec and Gaucho Pizzas
• Argentina & Chile’s 17 Best Values
• The Appeal of Argentina’s Wine Country
• The Great Wine-Bargain Hunt

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