Red

Ghielmetti Vineyard Malbec

Steven Kent

Livermore Valley · Central Coast · United States

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Malbec
Country
United States
Region
Livermore Valley · Central Coast
Appellation
Livermore Valley
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

barbecue · meat stews · rich dishes

Rated vintages

  • 200990 pts

    Voluptuous and inviting, this Malbec has softened tannins amid bright blue and black fruit and wild cinnamon flavors. Structured and concentrated this is a memorable wine that will age another 5–10 years and go deliciously with a range of foods.

  • 200891 pts

    Malbec on its own doesn't always express much in California but this wine has a huge personality and a lot of varietal character, with its heady aromatics of blueberry pie and baking spice. Medium in body, it remains spicy across the palate. The finish is long lasting, with a no…

  • 200787 pts

    The aroma of charred oak dominates this Malbec, while oak tannins rule the palate. The underyling wine is soft and fruity and tannic in itself, with blackberry and currant flavors. Big and hefty, it's a wine to drink with superrich fare, like barbecue or meat stews.