The 2007 Pascual Toso Malbec well represents the style of dark and brooding with an elegance that makes you rethink Malbec as a stand-alone grape. This wine brings it home in a classy stylish package that will appeal to a broad audience. If it is not on the shelf where you buy wine, ask for it. It’s definitely worth seeking out. It has classic rustic aromas of fresh green tobacco and dark fruit with an opening flavor of a full-on ripe plum assault.

This wine is softer than Cabernet and similar to Carmenere or Merlot but with just a little more robustness. It fills the bill and satisfies–an elegant expression of the Malbec varietal that will pair well with any cuisine you would typically serve with Bordeaux.

Rating: 91 | $12 | 14.0% ABV