Malbec ’ s success in Argentina is largely due to the particular small-berried clone found throughout the country . Thought to be a heritage clone of Malbec that has since become extinct in its native France , Argentine Malbec is a true viticultural treasure . Keys to its fame include the dry , arid landscape so suited to this rot- and mildew-prone variety . Perennially struggling to achieve full ripeness in its native France , Malbec thrives in the high-altitude , sun-drenched slopes of the Andes foothills . In this unique terroir , the historic clone produces wines with characteristic deep colour and dark fruit , but without the firm tannins synonymous with its French counterpart . This lush , fruit-forward expression of the grape has propelled Malbec to the forefront of the North American market .
Despite the trials and tribulations that Malbec has been forced to endure , this noble grape variety is once again at the top of its game . From the fabled vineyards of Bordeaux to the brink of extinction , Malbec has once again joined the royal family as the Prince of Argentina . No grape is guaranteed a fairy tale ending but all indicators suggest that Argentine Malbec will live happily ever after .
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Banville & Jones ’ s wine experts have travelled to the furthest reaches to find the best Argentine Malbecs for your table .
LUJAN DE COYO Melipal 2009 Ikella Malbec Mendoza , Argentina $ 13.99 Renacer 2009 Punto Final Malbec Mendoza , Argentina $ 15.99 Catena 2009 Malbec Mendoza , Argentina $ 21.99
UCO VALLEY Zorzal 2010 Malbec Gualtallary , Mendoza , Argentina $ 16.99 Mariflor 2009 Malbec Valle de Uco , Mendoza , Argentina $ 32.99 Tikal 2008 Amorio Malbec Mendoza , Argentina $ 33.99
PATAGONIA-RIO NEGRO
Bodega Del Fin Del Mundo 2008 Reserva Malbec Patagonia , Argentina $ 17.99
Noemia 2008 A Lisa Malbec Patagonia , Argentina $ 42.99
SALTA Yacochuya 2004 Malbec Cafayate Salta , Argentina $ 98.99