Juicy, smooth and packed with ripe fruit, Minimalista Malbec is an easy-going expression of Argentina’s signature red grape. Aromas of blackberry, ripe plum and black cherry are joined by subtle notes of violet, spice and cocoa. The palate is generous yet fresh, with soft tannins, succulent dark fruit and a smooth, satisfying finish. Approachable and versatile, it is equally at home with a midweek meal or weekend barbecue, pairing particularly well with steak, burgers, grilled meats or hearty pasta dishes.

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Mendoza, Argentina – Malbec
A juicy, fruit-driven Malbec with blackberry, plum and gentle spice. Smooth, approachable and made for grilled meats.

Malbec (100%)

Malbec is a dark-skinned grape variety best known today for its bold, fruit-driven wines. Originally from southwest France, it was historically one of the six permitted grapes in Bordeaux blends and the signature grape of Cahors, where it is often called Côt or Auxerrois. In France, Malbec tends to produce structured, tannic wines with deep colour, notes of dark berries, plum, spice, and a distinctive earthy edge. Malbec found a second home in Argentina in the mid-19th century, where the sunny climate and high-altitude vineyards of Mendoza gave it a new identity. There it produces supple, generous wines with ripe black fruit, smooth tannins, and vibrant freshness, making it an international favourite. Today, Malbec is celebrated for its versatility — capable of both approachable, juicy wines perfect for everyday enjoyment, and complex, age-worthy examples that rival the world’s great reds.

Mendoza is Argentina’s leading wine region, located at the foothills of the Andes. Its high-altitude vineyards benefit from warm sunny days and cool nights, allowing grapes to ripen fully while retaining freshness and balance.