Category Archives: Malbec

Martha Clara Vineyards 2007 Malbec

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

Malbec is grown across Long Island, you don’t see alot of Malbec bottled as a varietal on Long Island. I believe that there are a handful of vineyards that bottle Malbec on its own. Most vineyards use it in blending, … Continue reading →

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Raphael 2005 Malbec

Posted on October 19, 2009 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

This 2005 Malbec I tasted with Rich Olsen-Harbich, winemaker at Raphael Vineyards. I was fortunate to take this home, taste it further, enjoy with my wife, and take notes. Malbec is a dark purple grape that is used mainly as … Continue reading →

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Yellow + Blue 2007 Malbec

Posted on August 7, 2009 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

My second installment of Wine Shop Wander Wednesday was a bit of a departure. I was able to find two wines that caught my attention. One was from Long Island, the other, this one is from Argentina, San Martin, Mendoza … Continue reading →