It’sWorld Malbec Day! On 17 April every year, the world pays homage to Malbec. So why not treat yourself to a bottle from our deliciously fruity and full-bodied selection? #WorldMalbecDay What is #WorldMalbecDay all about? It’s a celebration of the transformation of Argentina’s wine industry. April 17 commemorates the day in 1853 that president Domingo Faustino Sarmiento of Argentina commissioned a French soil expert, Michel Aimé Pouget, to bring some new vines from France to Argentina. Thanks to the high altitudes, hot days and cool nights, Argentinian Malbec developed a unique style – ripe, warm, big and seductive.
Grape Origin Southwest France, where the grape is called ‘Côt’. Today Over 75% of all Malbec grapes are grown in Argentina. Argentina Malbec is grown at some of the highest altitudes in the world. Uco Valley One of Argentina’s most celebrated wine regions.
“At Aldi, you can really explore Malbec and experience different styles that show different facets of the same grape. Steak is a perfect partner, of course, but all of these wines go superbly with dishes containing blue cheese. In vegetarian options, consider rice or couscous-based dishes with Middle Eastern flavours and peppery olive oil. Meaty Malbec is very versatile!” Tom Doorley
28
Powered by FlippingBook