Malbec vs Tannat
Compare Malbec and Tannat: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.
| Malbec | Tannat | |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | noir | noir |
| Number of wines | 23089 | 2612 |
| Average rating | 3.70 / 5 | 3.66 / 5 |
| Producing countries | France, Argentina, United States, Chile, Australia | France, Uruguay, Brazil, United States, Argentina |
Malbec
Deep, velvety reds with an intense purple colour, showing aromas of blackberry, black plum, violet, cocoa and gentle spice. Round tannins, fleshy palate, peppery length. Star of Cahors AOC (Côt, Auxerrois) in France and the absolute signature of Mendoza, Argentina (Uco Valley, Luján de Cuyo). A French South-West variety that became the Argentine emblem after its post-phylloxera decline.
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Powerful, tannic reds with inky colour and dense texture, with aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant, black plum, leather, liquorice and smoky notes. Very high ageing potential and polyphenol content (health reputation). Star of Madiran AOC in Béarn and the national grape of Uruguay (Canelones, Maldonado). Also grown in Irouléguy and Tursan. Late-ripening red variety from south-west France.
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