Argentine producers look to Mediterranean grape varieties
More than anything, wine is a cultural phenomenon: not dissimilarly to seasonal trends in the fashion world, albeit at a different pace, the wine industry is always changing, driven by…
The five newest Geographic Indications in Argentina
Redrawing the boundaries to better appreciate what lies within them. This is the core idea behind recent developments on the Argentine wine scene where the identification of Geographic Indications (GI)…
What are the oldest wineries in Argentina?
Many people see Argentina as part of the ‘new world’ of wine but in fact wine has been produced in the country for the past five centuries. Its history has…
Argentine wines diversifies into Italian varieties
Drawing on the heritage of venerable vineyards and a willingness to explore new terroirs, Argentine wineries are expanding their range to include types of grape that have historically been overlooked…
Sauvignon Blanc and Semillón, a pair of very promising Argentine white wines
Discover the jewels of Argentine white wines: Argentine wineries tend to win international esteem for their great reds, but the leading wine producer in South America also has a lot…
Sustainability and wine: a commitment to the ecosystem and the community in Argentine wineries
Sustainability and wine in Argentina: Just like the vines that join the ecosystem when they sink roots into the land that nourishes them, viticulture is an economic activity that depends…
THE SOMMELIER’S PERSPECTIVE: ARGENTINE CABERNET FRANC, THE SUCCESS STORY CONTINUES
Why the unique conditions in Argentina are ideal for the grape. Paz Levinson shares the most exciting examples of Argentine Cabernet Franc and stunning blends with Malbec. It’s always the…
Maximiliano Hernández Toso is named the new President of Wines of Argentina
On 12 May, the Board of Directors of Wines of Argentina voted to appoint Maximiliano Hernández Toso to the role of President of the institution until 2022. Hailing from…
The Sommelier’s Perspective: The Most Original Wines of Argentina
Out of the ordinary reds and whites are attracting consumers looking for something innovative and new. Valeria Gamper, Best Sommelier in Argentina, shares her favorites among the most original wines…
Argentina: 2020 Harvest Report
The Argentinian phrase Una de cal y otra de arena (literally: ‘one of lime, the other of sand’), used to describe good things following bad, or vice versa, just about…