In Search Of South African Malbec Wines: Val Du Charron Malbec Reserve
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Malbec is now so popular; the grape has its own holiday. International
Malbec Day, which is also known as #MalbecWorldDay and its
celebrated every April 17.
Malbec grapes originated in France and play a big role in the wine production
of Argentina. The flavours and aromas of wines made from Malbec grapes include
blackberry, cherry, plums, and chocolate. Other characteristics of Malbec wines
include inky-black colouring, soft or high tannins, and high acidity.
Malbec wines aren't as popular as wines made from other red grape varieties, but their popularity is growing as wine drinkers seek out new and different wine experiences.
Malbec wines aren't as popular as wines made from other red grape varieties, but their popularity is growing as wine drinkers seek out new and different wine experiences.
Malbec is also cultivated in South Africa. Although
most of the wine makers use it in a blend or a Bordeaux-style blend, there are
also wine estates that make a 100% malbec.
With Malbec World Day in mind, WineTourismZA went Malbec-hunting in the Cape Winelands and found the following vineyards that produce Malbec wine:
Val Du Charron Wine & Olive Estate (Wellington)
Val Du Charron Malbec Reserve
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| Sihle Sopitshi at the Cellar Door introduced me to their 2015 Malbec Reserve |
For
more information visit www.vdcwines.com.
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