Is there a better wine to put on the table next to grilled steak? Not for my money. Argentina is known for it’s thriving beef industry and its residents clearly enjoy a plentiful source of calories by consuming over 250 pounds per year, per capita.
Argentina is also, fittingly, becoming known for their fine wines – the signature of which is Malbec on the red side.
We kicked off Argentina month on Monday night, with our good friend the big cat, by enjoying some steaks and a bottle of Terrazas Reserva 2007 Malbec over a couple of great hours of conversation.
We’re looking forward to going beyond Steak and Malbec in Argentina this month.
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I just got back from Argentina and Chile. While it is a popular spot for tourists (but not touristy), Cabana Las Lilas in BA was easily the best steak I had the entire trip. I highly recommend it.
Additionally, I love Argentinian Malbecs. That said, I have to confess I prefer Chilean Malbecs after the trip. You really can’t go wrong though.
Not much of a steak eater these days…but I’ve had Malbec a couple of times. Wonderful wine! Can you recommend a local location (e.g., Belleveu/eastside area) where we might find some good ones?
Hi Joel – thanks for the comment. Pete’s Wines in Bellevue is going to be your best bet – http://www.yelp.com/biz/petes-wines-eastside-bellevue