Why keep Argentine vintage wines?

By Joaquín Hidalgo 1 March, 2021Breaking, Malbec, News, OutstandingNo Comments

There are plenty of wines around the world that are suitable for cellar ageing, although only a few are famous enough to keep buyers from the temptation of uncorking them. These include Barolos from Piamonte and Bordeaux blends from Médoc, But what about Argentine vintage wines?

Old vine wines: the precious flavour of the ages

By Alejandro Iglesias 5 February, 2021Breaking, News, Outstanding, UncategorizedNo Comments

In Argentina about a third of vineyards are at least 40 years old and there are several that are over a hundred. Those old vines represent valuable genetic material.

What are the best Argentine wines to go with your take out?

By Joaquín Hidalgo 27 January, 2021Breaking, Lifestyle, News, Outstanding, Trends, UncategorizedNo Comments

Take out food is always a tasty and convenient option but it’s been especially vital during the pandemic. What are the best alcoholic drinks to go with it? Several Argentine wines go very well with these foods. Why not give some of these a try?

How to choose an Argentine wine

By Alejandro Iglesias 26 January, 2021Breaking, Malbec, Markets, News, Outstanding, Trends1 Comment

Argentina is the fifth largest wine producer in the world with a winemaking history that dates back 400 years, so any bottle you choose is going to be good quality. Additionally, although Argentina is best known for its Malbecs, it also offers a wide range of other grapes and styles. It's time to find out how to choose the best Argentine wines.

Peruvian gastronomy and new Argentine wines: an increasingly popular pairing

By Andrea Bruno 6 January, 2021Breaking, Markets, News, Outstanding, TrendsNo Comments

Just as you can’t say there’s one style of Peruvian cookery, you can’t claim that there’s a single style of Argentine wine. And the cooks, chefs and sommeliers of the Peruvian wine scene know it.

Lost in translation: 8 Argentine wine labels to teach you a little Lunfardo slang

By Joaquín Hidalgo 29 December, 2020Breaking, News, Outstanding, TrendsNo Comments

Every country has its own slang or argot. In English, different variations of regional and cultural slang appear so commonly that you barely notice them but in Argentina we have…

Bring in 2021 with the crème de la crème of Argentina

By Vinómanos 22 December, 2020Breaking, Markets, Outstanding, TrendsNo Comments

The final seven days of the year are a festive period the world over and that remains true even as we learn to deal with the challenges presented by the…

Argentine wine ideas for Christmas

By Alejandro Iglesias 16 December, 2020Breaking, Lifestyle, Markets, News, Outstanding, TrendsNo Comments

We’re coming down the final straight of 2020, a year that won’t be forgotten in a hurry and certainly won’t be missed. Which is exactly why we should be celebrating…

Southern Patagonia Wine Country

By Alejandro Iglesias 9 December, 2020Breaking, Markets, News, Outstanding, TrendsNo Comments

Most people think of the winemaking region of Patagonia as being restricted to Alto Valle in Río Negro and San Patricio del Chañar in the province of Neuquén. However, over…

Orange wines in Argentina: from curiosity to speciality

By Alejandro Iglesias 1 December, 2020Breaking, Markets, News, Outstanding, TrendsNo Comments

The current generation of oenologists is exploring new horizons for Argentine wine. Some are carrying out in-depth studies of terroir, others trying out new styles and winemaking methods. The fifth…