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Beef Burgundy S.O.S.
Ran out of Pinot Noir and used Malbec. It’s a Cook’s Illustrated recipe I’ve used a lot to great success. Think the Malbec was just too tannic and it gives a bit of an off taste. Any thoughts on masking it? Was...
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Argentinian meat / sausage sources or restaurant in east bay
some of us are planning to go to villa del sol on grand in ssf on 1/13. we’ll focus on arg/chilean wines, malbecs in particular. official post should come next wk. they serve platters of bbq meats. i’ve only tried...
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Best "non-Big-6" alternative grapes for VALUE?
I was told ...Lesser known varietals cost less, and/or give more value (supply/demand) For example: Cabernet ——> Malbec? Pinot Noir —-> Boujolais? Montepulchiano? Dollar for dollar, I have been told the Malbec will...
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Angus McIndoe, Times Square theater district
was good, a glass of Malbec was just ok. A partner had the mushroom lasagna which he liked, but I wouldn’t have enjoyed it at all (although the mushrooms were fresh). I was surprised at how easy it was to get in and nab a...
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Graduation Dinner in PASADENA
We are a party of eight and need a table at 5PM on Sauturday The short list is: Yujean Kang’s Bistro 45 Malbec Anne and Mike’s Leaning towards Yujean Kang’s for the communal eating experience but are not clear about...
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San Carlos de Bariloche and Cerro Catedral, Argentina Restaurant Reviews and Other Food and Wine Tips by ALEDM
bouche. (We ordered: water AP$20, 1 Altos Las Hormigas Malbec AP$67, 1 Escorihuela Gascon Sangio AP$58, 1 menu sabores alemans AP$135, 1 sopa de hinojo AP$28, 1 sopa de maiz y langostino AP$28, 1 trucha y puerros AP$55, 1 lomito...
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TN: 2004 Clos Roche Blanche Côt
2004 Clos Roche Blanche Côt (Malbec) (Touraine, Loire Valley, France): Another of Joe Dressner’s imports, a few years in the bottle have tamed the sharp acidity and astringent tannins to reveal a supple, flavorful, and fragrant...
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Pairing Slow-Cooked Achiote Pork
my first instinct definitely says Riesling. but if you really want red, maybe a Tempranillo, Malbec, or Chianti Classico to complement the earthiness of the achiote? my only concern there would be a clash with the acidity of the...
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Pasadena Lunch on Sunday
Ditto the rec for Cafe Verde. I would also suggest Malbec.
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dinner in Pasadena
Malbec...on Green Street east of Lake. my sis-in-law also has gluten/other dietary issues...she’s been satisfied with both the steak and herb chicken, and asks that they sub all veggies for any starch, etc. ...scroll down...
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Argentine wines in SF or East Bay?
K&L has their malbec. You might ask them about the cab.
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Need some suggestions for wine/cheese pairings?
at one of the vineyards.. Verdejo Viognier Chardonnay Consensus- comprised of 40% Touriga, 33% Petite Verdot, 25% Malbec, and 2% Norton Trevillian Cabernet Franc Norton (Native Va. Grape...has aromas of crushed berries and Indian spices
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Red In Fridge
I am hooked on Malbec, but find I only drink a glass or two a week. The last time I had to throw out the rest as it seemed a little “off”. Can I store it in the fridge after it’s opened, and let it breathe in...
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Vintage 50, Leesburg?
're an oenophile, the wine list is very good. They’ve just brought in an Argentinian Malbec that wowed us...
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Kashkaval recommendations
We got a cheap but decent bottle of Malbec, a small cheese plate with camembert, cabrales, and something that was recommended as a substitute for taleggio (they were out), and a plate of the spreads- babaganoush, red pepper...
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