World Malbec Day: Wine of Argentina

Every year Malbec Day is celebrated, an occasion that commemorates the trajectory of this ink grape that crossed the ocean from France to find its most iconic expression in Argentina. For years, it has also gained land in Mexico, where it has become a favorite in tables, wine cards and specialized tastings. "The Malbec variety is native to Bordeaux (Southwest of France), specifically from Cahors, where it is known as Cot or Auxerrois", it is exp…

There are three Ms with which Argentina is identified abroad: Maradona, Messi and Malbec. But that of our flagship variety is undoubtedly the most extensive of all these stories. In its plot are mixed kings and queens, tsars and empresses, and even an illustrious Argentine president. Throughout the centuries and continents, this variety stars moments of boom and decadence that happen until, at the end of the last millennium, a handful of winegro…

Celebrating Malbec Day with Domaine Bousquet: 4 Under $20 Organic Malbec Paired with Empanadas, Strawberry Salad

On April 17 in 1853, French soil expert Michel Aimé Pouget showed Argentineans how to adapt French varietals, including Malbec, to Argentina, so Wines of Argentina created Malbec World Day on April 17 to celebrate Malbec from Argentina and  “to position Argentine Malbec as one of the most prominent in the world.” While wine has been made in … Continue reading →

Today we welcome a national badge that, despite having origins in France, was proclaimed the Official Drink Argentina. In a comprehensive report we tell you more details of this variety with presence in 17 wine provinces. The entry International Malbec Day was first published in News of Río Negro and Neuquén.

Marina Di Rocco details the potential of this French strain that stands out in our country.

This date commemorates one of the most important drinks and industries in the country.