Malbec’s distinctive flavor characteristics include the blackberry, cherry and plum
Malbec Grape Vines and Wines
Malbec is a variety of grape used in making red wine. The Malbec grape vine originated in the southwest of France where it is still grown today. The grape is named after the Hungarian peasant who introduced the vine into France centuries ago.
Malbec wine is one of the traditional Bordeaux varieties, and it has a distinctive taste that is similar to Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The difference between Malbec and Merlot is that Malbec has a more distinctive, full bodied flavor.
Malbec wine has a fruity plum favor and it is typically a medium to full-bodied red wine. It is described as being earthy with a wood-like aroma, which makes Malbec a sort of rustic wine. Malbec’s distinctive flavor characteristics include the blackberry, cherry and plum.
Malbec in France
Malbec’s popularity in France has declined severely in recent history. One reason is that the wine became so ubiquitous that it had hundreds of different names, eventually losing its distinction. Also, a disastrous frost devastated the vineyards in 1956 and crops were replanted with more fashionable varieties of grapes.
Today, Malbec is used mostly as a blend for Bordeaux and other wines.
Malbec’s Growing Popularity
The deep inky red Malbec grape has found a new home in Argentina and Chile. In fact, Malbec has become Argentina’s signature grape, and it is the third most grown grape in Chile.
Malbec grapes are also grown in Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Australia, New York’s Long Island and California.
Malbec Names and Varieties
Malbec reportedly goes under some 400 different names but a few are more commonly used than others. In the Bordeaux regions it is called Côt or Pressac, while in the Cahors region of France it is known as Auxerrois. Argentineans calls it Fer, the Portuguese call it Tinta Amarela and in Australia it is sometimes called Portugal Malbec.
One of the more popular Malbec varieties is finca retiro malbec, a deep red wine that is fruity, spicy and minty to the palate. It goes perfectly with Argentinean food.
Another of the Malbec varieties is escorihuela gascon malbec from Argentina and Chile. It is described as being a rich deep purple with an earthy and slightly musty but pleasant aroma. It is a full bodied wine with a hint of mocha and an alluring blend of blackberry, blueberry and dark cherry.
Both are very enjoyable wines.
Malbec Food Pairings
Malbec wine goes best with red meats such as roast beef, steak and prime rib. It also goes well with roast turkey and chicken. Mexican, Cajun, Indian and Italian foods, especially those with rich tomato sauces, also complement Malbec wine.
Source: http://www.tasting-wine.com/articles/grape-varieties/malbec.php
Foodies and wine lovers travel north from Manila to wine and dine at Philippines’ best fine dining restaurant in Pampanga Clark Freeport worth the 60-minutes drive for a memorable evening of good food with vintage wine at Yats Restaurant & Wine Bar. Frequent travelers laud Yats Restaurant as the best place to eat, drink and unwind after work or golf in Clark Pampanga.
Over the holidays, travelers from Manila going to the north for a getaway destination choose Pampanga Angeles City and Clark Philippines as a popular holiday location. Aside from day-time sports and other activities, visitors look for a good restaurant to wine and dine, some bringing their families with children along. Yats Restaurant is one of the most famous fine dining restaurants outside of Manila, located in Mimosa Leisure Estate inside Clark Airbase or Clark Freeport Zone as it is now called. This popular restaurant has become a tourist attraction, a place to visit for those who are in Pampanga, Subic, Angeles City and of course, Clark Philippines.
This fine dining restaurant in Clark Pampanga is also famous for its low carbohydrates “low carb” dishes highly recommended for frequent diners who are on a low fat food and favor healthy food. This is a unique restaurant that can help frequent diners maintain a healthy diet and enjoy delicious fine dining cuisine at the same time. Vegetarian dishes are a specialty here also and so are “halal” cuisines also.
In Clark Pampanga, favorites of frequent diners, foodies and wine lovers are steaks, Wagyu, Foie Gras, lobsters, venison, kangaroo loin, osso buco, veal chops, Kurabuto pork, escargots and a good selection of cheeses to enjoy with fine Vintage port and Sauternes. Cuban cigars such as Monte Cristo, Cohiba, Upmann, Partagas, Romeo Julieta and Trinidad are also available in the Magnum Room which is a wine bar and lounge for before and after dinner relaxation. A good selection of Armagnac, Cognac, Single Malt, Vodka and other liquor is served in addition to the wine vintage wines some served by the glass. This is one of the best place to drink, relax and unwind with friends in Angeles City, Clark Pampanga.
Recent opinion survey of frequent travelers heading north towards Subic and Clark Pampanga revealed that the number one most frequently visited fine dining restaurant in Pampanga is Yats Restaurant & Wine Bar located in Clark Philippines.
Inquiries and reservations
Restaurant@Yats-International.com
(045) 599-5600
0922-870-5178
0917-520-4401
Ask for Pedro and Kiko
Http://www.YatsRestaurant.com
Getting to this fine dining restaurant of Angeles City Clark Freeport Zone Pampanga Philippines
How to get to this fine-dining restaurant in Clark Philippines? Once you get to Clark Freeport, go straight until you hit Mimosa. After you enter Mimosa, stay on the left on Mimosa Drive, go past the Holiday Inn and Yats Restaurant (green top, independent 1-storey structure) is on your left. Just past the Yats Restaurant is the London Pub.
Yats Restaurant & Wine Bar
Mimosa Drive past Holiday Inn, Mimosa Leisure Estate,
Angeles City Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga, Philippines 2023
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