Picture a glass of deep ruby red, a mouthful of ripe blackberry and plum, a little warm spice, and tannins so smooth they just glide. That's Elixio Malbec. It's the bottle you grab when there's grilled meat on the go or you just want something bold that doesn't make you think too hard. Full-bodied, dry, dangerously easy company. Open it, swirl it, and you're sorted.
Stick your nose in and you get ripe blackberry, plum and a hit of blackcurrant, with a soft whisper of vanilla and spice behind it. The first sip is all dark fruit, bold and juicy, with a touch of pepper and a smooth, rounded feel that coats your mouth. It's dry, so no sweetness, just fruit and structure. The tannins (that grippy, gum-drying thing big reds do) are gentle here, and it finishes long with a faint kiss of oak. Confident without being heavy-handed.
The details
Pairs well with
Where it's from
This comes from Mendoza, Argentina, the spiritual home of Malbec. The grape actually started life in France, where it was a bit-part player, but it found its real calling tucked up against the Andes. High-altitude vineyards, loads of sunshine and cool mountain nights let the grapes ripen slow and deep, which is exactly why Argentine Malbec tastes this plush and dark. Elixio leans right into that classic Mendoza style.
Quick questions
- What is the price of Elixio Malbec 75cl?
Elixio Malbec 75cl is KSh 1,599 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for fast delivery across Nairobi, usually within the hour, or next day countrywide.
- What does Elixio Malbec 75cl taste like?
Bold and full-bodied with ripe blackberry, plum and blackcurrant, a touch of vanilla and spice, smooth tannins and a long finish. It's dry, so think rich dark fruit rather than sweetness.
- What is the ABV of Elixio Malbec?
It's 13.5% ABV, pretty standard for a full-bodied Argentine red.
- Is Elixio Malbec sweet or dry?
It's dry. You get loads of dark-fruit flavour but no actual sugar sweetness.
- How do I serve Elixio Malbec?
Serve it slightly cool, around 16 to 18°C, in a big glass. Pop it in the fridge for 20 minutes first since Nairobi room temperature runs too warm for red wine.
- What food pairs with Elixio Malbec?
Anything grilled and meaty. Nyama choma, steak, lamb chops, burgers and hard cheeses are all spot on.
- Where is Elixio Malbec from?
Argentina, specifically the Mendoza region, which is world-famous for Malbec thanks to its high-altitude Andean vineyards.
Elixio Malbec 75cl
Customer reviews
Loading reviews…
Elixio Malbec 75cl price in Kenya
Buy Elixio Malbec 75cl online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 1,599. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.