Wine Review: Trivento White Malbec Reserve 2023
| Oct 4, 2025 | 2 min read
Wine Review: Trivento White Malbec Reserve 2023 Mendoza, Argentina | 11% ABV | $11.50
When you think Malbec, you probably picture deep purples, bold flavors, and a rich red wine poured alongside a hearty steak. But Trivento’s White Malbec Reserve (2023) flips that expectation on its head—and gives you something completely different: a clear, crisp wine that looks more like water than red.
White Malbec is made by avoiding skin contact during winemaking, resulting in a crisp, white wine from the same grape. Notable example you might want to try:
- Ed Edmundo White Malbec, 2024, rated 90 by James Suckling.
First Impressions
Out of the bottle, this wine is crystal clear, no color at all—which is surprising considering its red grape origins. This isn’t a rosé or a blush—it’s a true white Malbec, a first of its kind, and a bold experiment from one of Mendoza’s most recognized producers.
Aroma
Stick your nose in the glass and you’re met with a subtle, refreshing bouquet:
- Pear
- A hint of mineral
- A light touch cherry
It’s gentle and clean—inviting, but not overpowering.
Taste
On the palate, the flavors take an interesting turn:
- Green apple and grapefruit bring zippy acidity.
- There’s a soft note of fermentes rice like a dry, fruity
Light, bright, and almost savory at times.
There’s no oak here, thanks to aging in stainless steel barrels, so you get a completely unmasked expression of the grape—pure, crisp, and lively.
How to Enjoy It
This wine is tailor-made for warm weather. It’s light, refreshing, and best enjoyed with:
- Sushi
- Fresh salad
- Any dish that’s delicate and light on the palate
Just a tip: let it warm up a little after pulling it from the fridge. The flavors open up more once it’s not ice-cold, and it benefits from a little breathing time in the glass.
Final Thoughts
Is it my go-to Malbec? No—but it’s not trying to be. This is for those days when you want something chilled, refreshing, and a little unexpected. Unique, fun, and very drinkable.
And here’s the funny part: this wine is so clear, I joked that you could sneak it into a Zephyrhills water bottle, and no one would know the difference. Perfect for “dry” events where wine isn’t technically allowed… wink wink 😉