Bodega Norton Reserva Malbec: A Sommelier's Take

Picked and noted by Michael Bottigliero, co-founder & lead sommelier, Bottles Nation

Bodega Norton Reserva Malbec is a full-bodied dry red wine made from Malbec, in Argentina, by Bodega Norton. Sommelier Michael Bottigliero has poured it at Bottles Nation tasting events. It tastes of Black plum, blackberry jam, mocha, vanilla, spice and pairs well with Grilled steak, short ribs and lamb.

Michael's take

“Deep plum, dark chocolate, structured Luján de Cuyo value.”

Tasting profile

Type
Red
Grape
Malbec
Country
Argentina
Producer
Bodega Norton
Body
full-bodied
Acidity
Medium
Tannin
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Oak
Heavy oak
Price
$$ · $15–25

What to eat with Bodega Norton Reserva Malbec

  • Grilled steak
  • short ribs
  • lamb
  • aged cheddar

When to open it

  • Steak night
  • dinner party
  • gift bottle

Where to buy Bodega Norton Reserva Malbec

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Questions people ask

What does Bodega Norton Reserva Malbec taste like?

Bodega Norton Reserva Malbec is a full-bodied dry red wine with notes of Black plum, blackberry jam, mocha, vanilla, spice. Acidity is medium, tannin is medium and oak is heavy. Michael's note: Deep plum, dark chocolate, structured Luján de Cuyo value.

What food goes with Bodega Norton Reserva Malbec?

Michael pairs Bodega Norton Reserva Malbec with Grilled steak, short ribs, lamb and aged cheddar. It works best for Steak night, dinner party and gift bottle.

How much does Bodega Norton Reserva Malbec cost?

Bodega Norton Reserva Malbec falls in Michael's $$ · $15–25 tier. It's a widely available bottle you can find at ordinary wine shops; use the Wine-Searcher link on this page to see which stores near you carry it.

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