Tasting Notes – Gascón Malbec 2024

Wine:  Gascón Malbec 2024

Grape:  This wine is produced using 100% Malbec (aka Cot) grapes.  The origin of the Malbec is the province of Quercy in southwestern France.  It is a dark-skinned grape. 

Color: Purple

Aromas:   blackberries, figs, metals, tart cherries, vanilla, licorice and black pepper

Flavors:  blackberries, blueberries, plums, black currants, cherries, oak, and peppercorn

Body:  Medium +

Alcohol:  14%

Acid:  Medium

Sweetness: Dry

Tannins:  Light +

Balance: 

Serving Tips:  60°F to 65°F, red wine glass, decant for 20 minutes

Food Pairings:  beef, lamb, sausages, grilled pork, venison and duck

Aging:  up to 5 years

Winery Notes:   The Malbec grapes used in producing this wine are from the Mendoza Valley, in central Argentina, the premier location for the growing the Malbec grape.