Francis Coppola Diamond Malbec 2006

Purchase Francis Coppola Diamond Malbec 2006

Malbec has a fascinating history. It's one of the five Bordeaux varietals and has been growing in the south of France for centuries. There, and here in California, it is blended to add color and flavor without tannins. More recently, Malbec has become Argentina’s most prolific wine export, bottled as its own impressive single varietal.

WINEMAKER’S NOTES

Although Malbec is not all that well known in the U.S., it is common to blend small amounts of this varietal into Cabernet Sauvignon-based wines. In fact, this has been the tradition of great Bordeaux wines for centuries. More recently, Malbec has become Argentina’s most prolific wine export, bottled as its own impressive single varietal.

Malbec is less tannic than Cabernet, but more so than Merlot, giving it a powerful structure but more immediate drinkability. Our Malbec was grown in several coastal vineyards, which have an abundance of afternoon sun, little wind, and well-drained soils. Similar to Cabernet, this varietal exudes rich, dark fruit flavors of currants and cassis, but there is an inherent note of minerality that makes it distinctly different. This quality coupled with French oak aging underscores the fruit with an alluring spice element all its own.

TASTING PROFILE

Appearance: Bright garnet
Aromas: Cassis, currants, earthy mineral tones
Flavors: Cherry, plum, currants, allspice
Appellation: California
Blend: 100% Malbec
Alcohol: 13.75%
Barrel Regimen: 13 months in French oak

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