Malbec
Malbec was first grown in both the Loire Valley and Cahors region in France. Today, the grape is known for producing full-bodied wines with a soft, silkiness to them. Aged Malbec wines feature medium acidity with blackberry and plum flavours with hints of pepper and cinnamon.
| Appellation | Rapel Valley |
| Soil | Riverbench associated soils. |
| Ageing | 60% aged in American oak barrels for 8 months. |
| Colour | Bright, dark and deep purple. |
| Taste Profile | A robust Malbec with intense, dark fruit flavours and hints of black pepper and vanilla. This wine is full-bodied, fruity with a long finish. Great to pair with grilled meats and roasted vegetables. |
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Successful matches with Malbec
Malbec is a robust grape, originally taken from French vine-stock this variety grows especially well in the South American climate.
Malbec is full of black pepper and vanilla notes and is a great match with spicier meats and roasted vegetable dishes.
Try Malbec with summer barbeques or with winter strews.
Spicy Potato and Tomato Casserole
3 tbsp Vegetable Oil
1 Medium onion, thinly sliced
1 Clove of garlic, crushed
Salt & pepper to season
5 Medium potatoes (approx 1kg), cooked pared and sliced
4 Tomatoes, peeled and sliced
2 Jalapeno chilli peppers, sliced
Freshly grated parmesan cheese
Freshly grated Gouda cheese
1 cup whole milk
Pre-heat your oven to 400F (200°C), grease a medium casserole dish or glass baking dish.
In a small pan heat 2 tablespoons of oil over a medium heat. Add the onion and sauté, stirring occasionally until softened. Add the garlic and cook for a further minute. Season to taste.
Scatter half the sautéed onion on the bottom of the prepared dish. Cover with half of the potatoes and half of the tomatoes. Sprinkle half the jalapeno peppers and half of the cheese on top. Repeat these layers again, ending with the cheese.
Pour the milk over the dish.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the milk has been absorbed and the cheese has browned. Serve immediately.
An excellent accompaniment to barbecued meats or on its own.
?Wins Gold at Decanter awards. Toasted breadcrumbs, vanilla soda and Battenburg cake. Good Chalky minerality with redcurrant and blueberry.?
Decanter Magazine, October 2009
