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Tesco Finest Argentina Malbec
Reference number 063896749
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Was £47.94 per case
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Equivalent to £6.00 per bottle
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Key facts
- Country
- Argentina
- Region
- Mendoza
- Grape
- Malbec
- Vintage
- 2012
- Producer
- Catena
- Winemaker
- Felipe Stahlschmidt
- Stopper
- Screwcap
- Special Diet
- Vegetarian
- ABV
- 13.5
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Product Details
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Tasting Notes
A perfumed, richly flavoured wine with blackberry and plum flavours with lighter notes of blueberry and a dry, yet fruity finish.
- Medium Bodied
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Storage Instructions
This wine is ideal for drinking now but can be kept for up to 1 year
Expert Opinion
In the press...
Hamish Anderson - Daily Telegraph Magazine 23/03/2013Of the 2011 vintage, Hamish Anderson said: "Tesco has got in the Malbec king Nicola Catena to produce this beauty for them. It sits at the lighter end of the spectrum for what can be a bruising variety, so this is all fresh blackberries, plum and scented fragrance. Ideal for a classic roast and all the trimmings."
Background
History
Nicolas Catena was the third generation of his family to make wine in Mendoza but the first to see the potential in planting higher and higher vineyards in search of cool climate sites ideal for the production of fine wine. Today, over a decade on from the first Catena Malbec in 1994, he works with his daughter Laura (who improbably juggles her work as an ER surgeon in San Francisco with the family business) in their relentless pursuit of the finest possible quality wines from their unique vineyard sites.
Winemaking details
Felipe Stahlschmidt
Regional info
The Mendoza Province is one of Argentina's most important wine regions, accounting for nearly two-thirds of the country's entire wine production. Located in the eastern foothills of the Andes, in the shadow of Mount Aconcagua, vineyards are planted at the some of the highest altitudes in the world with the average site located 1,970–3,610 feet (600–1,100 meters) above sea level. Mendoza is considered the heart of the winemaking industry in Argentina.
Monte Real Malbec Shiraz 75cl
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Key facts
- Country
- Argentina
- Region
- Mendoza
- Grape
- Malbec
- Shiraz
- Syrah
- Vintage
- 2011
- Producer
- PLB Group Ltd
- Winemaker
- N/A
- Stopper
- Screwcap
- Special Diet
- Vegetarian
- ABV
- 13
Customer Reviews & Ratings
Based on 12 Reviews
Consistently very good
By Johnny340
11 May 2013
Expert
Male, aged 55-64
This review is for the 2012 vintage
This is the second time I've purchased this wine and have been more than happy with it on both occasions and worth the £6 a bottle I paid, but probably no more. Drinkable with most food where a red is called for or on it's own.
A Cultivar to watch
By Lion
08 May 2013
Connoisseur
Male, aged 55-64
This review is for the 2012 vintage
Dark crimson appearance leads to whiffs of choc-blackberry fruit which fleshes out a rather robust but enticing cedary nose. Lingering pleasant aftertaste leaves a well intergrated wine. Excellent value especially when on special. Will work splendidly with any Roast, Cheese Board or on its own.
Classy & Satisfying
By Giacomo
12 April 2013
Explorer
Male, aged 65 or Over
This review is for the 2012 vintage
This Malbec from Catena beats many others hands down. Latest 2012 vintage understandably doesn't match the previous one (2009). But still good value and one of our favourites. Guests like it too.
Magical Malbec
By cardinal
12 April 2013
Explorer
Male, aged 65 or Over
This review is for the 2011 vintage
Extremely satisfying example of the Argentinian malbec, although not quite up to the "reservas". Soft, rounded and full of flavour. Ideal with beef casserole cooked with prunes and apricots. This is a must for an every day drinking cellar. I'm already looking forward to my next case.
Bargain Malbec
By Ronaldo
10 April 2013
Explorer
Male, aged 65 or Over
Just what what you expect from Malbec: a strong dark wine to drink with stews etc.
We love this wine!
By VickyH
10 April 2013
Novice
Female, aged 35-44
This review is for the 2011 vintage
We are regular buyers of this wine and in fact like it so much that we have bought it for our wedding wine when we get married in Sept. I'm a Malbec fan anyway but find this one particularly smooth and drinkable and not too heavy. Lovely with red meats etc but also good for drinking on its own. Very reasonably priced and tastes like a much more expensive wine in my opinion.
Absolutely wonderful!!
By wxyz
23 February 2013
Dabbler
Female, aged 65 or Over
We had 3 bottles of this in our mystery red wine box & really enjoyed the first bottle. Deep, tastey, silky smooth. As we keep bottles in an unheated room & it was freezing outside, we balanced the bottle sideways on a radiator to warm it. Just right for this wine. Look forward to enjoying the next 2 bottles & then will have to treat ourselves to a box of 6. Yum!!
Malbec at it's best
By Wellaged40
12 February 2013
Explorer
Male, aged 65 or Over
Excellent value for money. Certainly fruity, try it you will not be disapointed.
My absolute favourite wine!
By Frimley
18 January 2013
Dabbler
Female, aged 55-64
I bought this wine when it was on promotion and find it is now my absolute favourite wine. I drink it with everything - chicken, pork, beef, spicy food or mostly even on its own. It is smooth and full of delicious warm flavours. For anyone who like a good Malbec or smooth red wine I suggest you buy lots!
Excellent wine
By Jules39
07 January 2013
Dabbler
Female, aged 45-54
My daughter spent 6 months in Argentina and considers herself a bit of a connoisseur, we just like red wine! However she said"it's just like being back in Argentina"
Something different
By Oscar
29 December 2012
Novice
Male, aged 55-64
Im no wine expert but I was introduced to a Malbec in 2011 and have been a fan of it since. This particular blend lived up to my expectations anid is a welcome change to a Shiraz or Merlot.. Recommended
Superb In Every Way
By Whino1
30 November 2012
Explorer
Female, aged 55-64
This review is for the 2011 vintage
We both love this wine. It has a superb flavour, smoothness, body and aftertaste. We drink it with just about everything, and its smooth enough to drink by itself socially.
