How does Malbec wine from Mendoza differ from other regions in Argentina?

Mendoza, Argentina’s premier wine region, Malbec distinguishes itself with its lively fruit flavors and velvety texture compared to Malbecs produced in other parts of the country. The terroir of Mendoza is diverse and it includes vineyards situated at different altitudes in the Andes and in warmer valley floors, which allows for cultivating various styles of Malbec from elegant and floral to bold and intense. In general, Mendoza Malbec is an interesting and lively expression of the grape.