San Felipe Classic Malbec 75cl
★★★★½ 4.3 (3 reviews)You want a red that just gets on with it. Pour this and you get a deep purple glass full of ripe plum and blackberry, soft enough to drink on its own but with enough backbone to stand up to a plate off the grill. It's Rutini's everyday Malbec, the one you grab when the evening's already happening and you don't want to think too hard. Steak night, a late catch-up, a Tuesday that needs rescuing. Sorted.
The details
How to serve it
Pour it a touch below room temp, around 16 to 18°C. Nairobi rooms run warm, so fifteen minutes in the fridge before you open it does wonders and keeps the fruit fresh instead of jammy. Use a big-bowled wine glass if you've got one so the aromas have room to open up. No need to decant, it's ready when you are. Drink it young while that bright fruit is singing.
Pairs well with
Where it's from
This comes from Rutini Wines, one of Argentina's old hands. Way back in 1925 they were the pioneers who first planted vineyards up in Mendoza's Uco Valley, now one of the most respected high-altitude wine zones on the planet. San Felipe is their classic, approachable line, with grapes drawn from across Mendoza (Tupungato, Luján and Maipú). Malbec is basically Argentina's national grape, and this is a friendly, honest take on it.
Good to know
- What is the price of San Felipe Classic Malbec 75cl?
San Felipe Classic Malbec 75cl is KSh 1,719 at Oaks & Corks, delivered across Nairobi, usually within 30 minutes, or by courier countrywide on the next working day.
- What does San Felipe Classic Malbec 75cl taste like?
Ripe plum and blackberry up front, with a soft hint of chocolate and vanilla. It's medium-bodied, dry and fruit-forward, with gentle tannins and a clean finish.
- What is the ABV of San Felipe Classic Malbec?
It's 13% ABV, an easy middle-of-the-road strength for a red.
- Is it sweet or dry?
Dry. The fruit is so ripe and juicy it can read as generous, but there's no sweetness on the finish.
- How should I serve it?
Lightly chilled, around 16 to 18°C. Pop it in the fridge for fifteen minutes first, then pour into a big wine glass. No decanting needed.
- What pairs with San Felipe Classic Malbec?
Anything off the grill loves it. Nyama choma, steak, burgers, beef stew or a hard cheese all work beautifully.
- Where is it from?
Argentina, made by Rutini Wines from grapes across Mendoza (Tupungato, Luján and Maipú), the country's Malbec heartland.
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San Felipe Classic Malbec 75cl price in Kenya
Buy San Felipe Classic Malbec 75cl online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 1,719, delivered across Nairobi, usually within 30 minutes, or by courier countrywide on the next working day.
