I'll make a note on the Montresor Valpolicella for pairing, I like ripaso.
I have had bad luck with malbec recommendations in the past, so maybe my taste is different.
An employee swore by Flichman Tupungato and wasn't impressed at all, but I might try some Tikal Amorio. I appreciate the suggestion.
All I know is Zolo never disappoints me. It's bold, rustic, earthy, and falls somewhere between plum and blackberry with some spice.