It took a while and a lot of experimenting trying over 30 different wines over the last year to find a decent bargain in the Cruz Alta Reserve Malbec. It’s a pleasant red wine that is a medium dry, full body and easy to drink. The Malbec is like a nice in between a heavy Cabernet and a lighter Pinot, without being a Blend. I did try some Spanish Rioja’s and the more expensive ones above $20 seemed to match the $12 Malbec. If you enjoy Chianti’s, especially on a second day pour of an opened bottle, this Malbec fits the bill at a great price. Update - 7/9/23 - Gotta let it breathe Malbec, especially Cruz Alta has to breathe. It tasted awful when first opened and I thought the wine had gone bad, but the second day…wow, it’s delicious. I keep forgetting this particular bottle needs to a lot of time breathe.
An introspection and ongoing dialogue with myself on how to live simple in this modern, materialistic society.