2019 Refugio Malbec

Appellation: Temecula Valley

Alcohol: 13.9%

Residual Sugar: 0.2%

Oak: Aged 19 months French/American Oak, 25% New

Composition: 85% Waxman Malbec, 15% Temecula Valley Petite Sirah

Tasting Notes:

Bursting forth with expressive notes of black fruit and baking spices reminiscent of a freshly baked blackberry pie, our 2019 Refugio Malbec opens further revealing more nuanced traces of cedar and pine leading into plush, velvety tannins over a supple finish.

Winemaker’s Notes:

While our 2019 Refugio Malbec isn't as instensly tannic as some vintages, it shines with alluring complexity.  With the body, and tannin restrained, the nuances of spice and forest from the oak get more of the spotlight.  Our Waxman Malbec provides the support for this vintage, which is enhanced with Temecula Valley Petite Sirah, adding more blue fruit and rich character.

Food Pairing Ideas:

Roasted turkey, Lamb kebob, Grilled pork loin