The different expressions of Malbec since 1990
A simple question doesn´t always produce a simple answer, and less so in the case of Malbec. A grape variety that is planted between 250 metres - 3,000 metres above…
Below the radar: What other varieties can one sample in Argentina?
Malbec. It seemed to be the first and last horizon of Argentine wine. At least from the point of view of a global consumer radar. But Argentina is a big…
Meet the five types of tannins that can be found in Argentine wine
In Argentine wine, tannins are often talked about as if they were demonyms, like Belgians or North Americans. But the reality is that there are different types of tannins within…
Seven things you didn’t know about the harvest in Mendoza
All countries that make wine have their own harvest festival. Since ancient times, men have celebrated the mystery of grapes turned into wine. But there are celebrations and celebrations. There…
Five paths to follow after the Argentina Wine Awards
The tenth edition of the Argentina Wine Awards came to an end on 19 February. After a decade this latest edition was a turning point and the results have shown…
Five delicious things to savour in Argentina
Everyone knows barbecued meat is sublime. However, there are more flavours to discover in Argentina. In this article, five essential goodies for any traveller.
Sleeping among the vineyards in Argentina
To open a bottle of wine is to start a journey: in the nuances of colour one can imagine the skies of a region; in the aromas, the perfume; and in the touch and taste, the hidden treasures. But what if, instead of opening the bottle, you decide to see everything with your own eyes? For those adventurous enough, Argentina boasts some of the most fascinating corners of the Southern Cone.
Christmas, Argentine style
According to tradition, the Christmas tree must be decorated on December 8th. In most homes in Argentina, as well as in the rest of the world, we place a northern-looking…
What were the most significant trends of 2015?
2015 was a difficult year for Argentine wine. The industry went through what was one of the worst cyclical stages of the last two decades: Prices fixed in dollars, rising…
La picada, a classic for Argentine wine
For Argentines, a picada is a reason to meet. We have them in the garden, in the living room or a bar for something more substantial, with friends, talking and…