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Yet not all Malbecs are created equal. The difference between a memorable bottle and a one-dimensional pour often comes down to balance—that elusive harmony of fruit, acidity, tannin, alcohol, and oak. Here is a practical guide to recognizing a well-balanced
While Argentina has become synonymous with bold, fruit-forward Malbec, the grape’s ancestral home in Cahors, France, produces wines of a strikingly different character. Understanding the differences between these two expressions is key to appreciating the full spectrum of what Malbec
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