2019 Malbec, Oak Knoll

2019 Yountville Malbec: A Bold and Expressive Elegance for the Holidays

The 2019 Yountville Malbec offers a captivating balance of richness and refinement—an ideal expression for the season of celebration and gathering. Sourced from the heart of Napa Valley, this vintage reflects the power of Yountville’s terroir, showcasing lush fruit, layered spice, and a silky finish. With its expressive depth and polished structure, it is perfectly suited for holiday tables, celebratory dinners, and memorable evenings shared with family and friends.

Deep and inky in the glass, this Malbec opens with concentrated aromas of blueberry, blackberry, and crushed graphite, accented by notes of cinnamon bark, clove, and vanilla—flavors that echo the warmth of the season. On the palate, ripe boysenberry, dark plum, and blueberry unfold alongside savory hints of juniper, cocoa powder, and baking spice. A silky texture and ripe, integrated tannins provide balance and finesse, carrying through to a long, lingering finish that invites another pour.

The bold flavors and plush mouthfeel of the 2019 Yountville Malbec make it an exceptional partner for holiday cuisine and festive comfort foods. Pair it with braised lamb shanks, prime rib, rosemary-crusted pork loin, or slow-cooked beef stew. Vegetarian pairings shine with wild mushroom risotto, roasted eggplant with chimichurri, or stuffed squash. For cheese and dessert pairings, enjoy it with aged cheddar, Manchego, or blue cheese, followed by spiced dark chocolate truffles or warmly seasoned fruit desserts accented with cinnamon and clove.

Whether poured at a celebratory meal, shared over a candlelit dinner, or enjoyed as glasses are raised in good company, the 2019 Yountville Malbec brings bold elegance, warmth, and expressive depth to every holiday occasion.