My taste buds must either be going, or this wine has a slight burn at the end (like the feeling of alcohol evaporating off your skin expect it's at the back of your throat). It could also just be due to the awful conversation taking place next to me - bathroom talk should not be at the bar. Just saying. I genuinely love Malbecs, they remind me of one of my best friends who introduced me to Malbec, but above that, they are tasty, consistent, reliable option when all else on the menu fails.