Chateau La Rose Vosel 2011, Lalande de Pomerol

Chateau La Rose Vosel 2011, Lalande de Pomerol (just to the north of Pomerol). The wines of Lalande-de-Pomerol are a 'Bordeaux blend' made predominantly from Merlot, but may also contain Cabernet France, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec.

La Patrie Cahors

La Patrie Cahors 2012

Appelation d'Origine Protegee

This beautifully deep wine is such a pleasant, smooth and easy drinking pleasure that it is so easy to understand the new popularity of the Malbec grape, especially those from Argentina. This is French, and proudly so, from that sun baked land of Cahors. Drinking this on a dark February night it really lifts the spirits and was the perfect accompaniment for some reassuring cheeses.

From the label:

La Patrie is sourced from the famous medieval, sun drenched region of Cahors - famous for its inky, deep coloured wines made predominantly from Malbec grapes which have historically been grown throughout this stunningly scenic appellation located in the south west of France.

This is a structure, full bodied yet elegant red made using super-ripe Malbec grapes which have been enriched with a hint of oak. This wine is bursting with blackberry and blackcurrant fruit and would make a perfect partner to all types of roasted meats including beef or lamb.

Produced and bottled by Vinalie - Cotes d'Olt Parnac, France.

Graffigna Centenario

Graffigna Centenario

Malbec Reserve 2011

Enjoyed this deep rich Malbec Reserve on a winter Sunday evening. Deep colour and smooth lush flavours.

from the label:

Graffigna (grah FEE nyah) Centenario is a tribute to the 100th anniversary of the winery founded by Santiago Graffigna in 1870. His commitment and passionate dedication created the foundation on which the winery was built. Graffigna has become a true Argentinian icon, delivering premium, world class wines for over 135 years.

Aged 12 months in oak barrels and 6 months in bottle. Deep red colour with shaded of violet. On the nose, great complexity with ripe blackberry aromas, hints of pepper and spices. Well balanced with smooth ripe tannins, complex and persistent.