Wine Bargain of the Year (2009 It Is!)

All I have to say is I completely agree with this. Bodega Colomé (owned by Swiss' Hess Group) located 10,000 feet up in the Andes in the North of Argentina (Salta Province) in the Cafayate Valley is producing the most distinctive and original malbecs in the world. I guarantee you, THERE IS NO other wine in the world under U$ 20.00 with the depth, the seriousness, the body and the flavors that their malbecs achieve.

"...Now for the bargain of the year: From Argentina, the 2007 Bodega Colome Amalaya is around $20. This blend is mainly Malbec, with 20 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, 5 percent Syrah and 5 percent Tannat.

The Malbec gives the typical big, dark berry fruit, with plum and game notes. The Cabernet and Tannat give the wine a strong body with some soft tannins and earth notes. The Syrah augments the dark fruit of the Malbec and adds white and black pepper spice. Together, the wine is seamless, juicy and bright with a nice acidic finish to keep it lively. Perfect for spicy barbecue..."

Find it. You'll be very happy you did.  Monumental wines.