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 whites wines
Argentine wineries tend to win international esteem for their great reds but the leading wine producer in South America also has a lot to offer in the realm of whites.…
Three delicious desserts Malbec
Every good chef knows that a proper meal should always end with an excellent dessert. On the Argentine wine trail, wineries’ menus always include several extremely tempting sweet options featuring…
Wine & friends: in Argentina, friendship rapidly turns to wine
On 20 July, 1969, a human being walked on the moon for the first time. One small step, one giant leap for mankind. So big was that leap that in…
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…
Three innovations in Argentine wine
Research into altitude, Geographic Indications to consolidate a sense of identity and sustainable management of water resources are all becoming increasingly common in an industry that is constantly fine-tuning. Practices…