Alamos Malbec 2022

Alamos crafts quality wines from Argentina, offering the best of Mendoza’s high altitude vineyards at an incredible value. Alamos grapes are grown at the foothills of the Andes Mountains at elevations of 3,000 to 5,000 feet, where intense sunlight, cool evening temperatures and mineral-rich irrigation from mountain snowmelt translate to rich wines with intense flavor characteristics.

Type: Red Wine
Style: Medium-bodied, Fruity
Grape Varietal: Malbec
Tastes Like: Comparable to a juicy Syrah, with blackberries, plums, and floral notes, balanced by soft tannins and a touch of spice.
Alcohol Percentage: 13.5%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Region: Mendoza, Argentina
Terroir: High-altitude vineyards with rocky soils
Aging: 9 months in French oak
Serving Temperature: 16-18°C

Alamos is a renowned Argentine winery celebrated for producing high-quality wines that capture the essence of Mendoza's unique terroir. Their Malbec is a perfect example of their dedication to excellence.

Seafood: Grilled swordfish with chimichurri sauce.
Game: Venison burgers or roast quail.
Vegetarian: Mushroom and spinach ravioli or lentil stew.
Meat: Barbecued ribs or beef empanadas.

Manchego: Firm and savoury, complementing the wine's richness.
Blue Cheese: Creamy and bold, adding a contrasting depth.
Aged Gouda: Nutty and sharp, enhancing the wine's complexity.
Australian Cheddar: Sharp and bold, pairing beautifully with the wine's fruit-forward character.

Beef Empanadas

Ingredients:

• 500g minced beef
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 cup green olives, sliced
• 1 package puff pastry
• 1 egg, beaten
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C. In a pan, sauté onion and garlic until softened.
2. Add minced beef, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned. Stir in olives and set aside to cool.
3. Cut puff pastry into circles. Place a spoonful of filling in the centre of each circle and fold over, sealing the edges.
4. Brush with beaten egg and bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
5. Serve warm with chimichurri sauce or tomato salsa.