The glorious rise of Malbec in the last few years has often raised a pertinent question. How did the purple grape that originated in southwest France manage to thrive in South America? So much so that it’s created a unique identity for itself in Argentina. Undoubtedly, it’s the geographical location, climatic condition and the influence of the mighty Andes mountain range. During his recent visit to India, Nicolas Perinetti, Export Area Manager of Bodega Casarena, the producers of Mythic Estate wines spoke about what really makes an Argentinean Malbec and Mythic Estate wines so special.