Malbec
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed within 1–5 years from the vintage release to appreciate its vibrant fruit character.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, blue cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Cooper's Hawk Malbec showcases the winery's innovative sourcing model, bringing premium California-grown Malbec grapes to their state-of-the-art winemaking facility in Illinois. Malbec, a grape with deep historical roots in Cahors, France, where it was known as 'Cot', and later celebrated in Argentina, thrives beautifully in the warm California sun. This expression captures the grape's signature dark fruit character, offering a velvety texture with rich notes of blackberry, plum, and subtle baking spices derived from careful oak aging. It represents a modern, fruit-forward American interpretation of a classic Old World variety, crafted to be approachable yet deeply flavorful.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 2005 by entrepreneur Tim McEnery in Orland Park, Illinois, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants has evolved into one of the United States' most expansive winery and hospitality concepts, headquartered in Downers Grove. The producer operates on an innovative model of globally sourcing premium fruit from esteemed vineyards in California, Italy, Spain, and Australia, while centralizing winemaking, blending, and barrel aging in Illinois. Their cellar philosophy prioritizes approachable, food-friendly, and balanced wines crafted to complement diverse culinary experiences. Cooper's Hawk is widely recognized for its extensive wine club selections and diverse portfolio, highlighted by proprietary red blends like the Camille series, Barrel Reserve, and Old Vine Zinfandel, as well as classic varietals and vibrant sparkling wines.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Malbec