Why You'll Love This Wine
Malbec doesn't often get the spotlight in Napa, and that's exactly what makes this one special. From Beaulieu Vineyard, one of Napa's most historic estates with over 125 years of winemaking behind it, comes a bold, plush Reserve Malbec that shows what the variety can do on premium Napa fruit. Rich, generous, and built for the table.
Tasting Notes
Deep, saturated purple in the glass. The nose is dark and inviting, with blackberry, blueberry and ripe plum lifted by violet, mocha and a touch of sweet baking spice. Full-bodied and velvety on the palate, layers of black fruit unfold alongside cocoa, espresso and a hint of cedar from oak aging. The tannins are smooth and rounded, giving the wine a plush, mouth-filling texture that carries into a long, generous finish.
Food Pairings
- Grilled ribeye or skirt steak
- Braised short ribs
- Barbecue and smoked meats
- Aged cheddar or manchego
Why It Works
Napa Valley is famous for Cabernet, but its warm days and cool nights are just as kind to Malbec, coaxing out deep color, ripe dark fruit, and a natural plushness. As part of BV's Reserve program, this wine is handcrafted from premium Napa fruit and aged in French oak to add structure and spice without overwhelming the fruit. The result is a Malbec with real richness and depth, the kind of bold, crowd-pleasing red that drinks beautifully now and pairs with anything off the grill. A distinctive alternative to Napa Cabernet, at a fraction of what that pedigree usually costs.
