The rising popularity of this grape variety in recent years is astounding. Seattle Magazine recognizes that Washington State’s offerings are truly delicious, having awarded it Best Emerging Variety in their 2009 Best of Washington Wine Awards. Join their wine columnist Jake Kosseff and an esteemed panel as they taste through Seattle Magazine’s top rated “Mighty Malbecs” to see why Washington has such a bright future with this emerging rock star variety.
Moderator: Jake Kosseff (Seattle Magazine and Wild Ginger Restaurants)
Panelists: Dr. Thomas Henick-Kling (Washington State University), Christopher Miller (Spago Beverly Hills), Anna Schafer (àMaurice Cellars), Sean Sullivan (wawinereport.com)
Wines:
- àMaurice Cellars 2006 Malbec, CV $35
- Domaine de la Bérangeraie 2006 Cahors, FR $18
- Dusted Valley Vintners 2007 Malbec, CV $35
- Ksana 2006 Malbec, Lujan de Cuyo, Mendoza, ARG $18
- Saviah Cellars 2007 Malbec, WWV $30
- Wines of Substance 2007 Malbec, CV $20