Travel Through Argentina’s Uco Valley Wine Region, Bottle By Bottle – By Elizabeth Brownfield
Mendoza and Malbec. Those are the two words that first come to mind when thinking about wines from Argentina. But just about an hour south of the city of Mendoza — the winemaking capital of the Mendoza region — lies the Uco Valley, which has earned its reputation as the premier appellation of the province […]
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An Economist’s Second Life As A Winery Owner In Argentina
An elderly man took a deep breath while trying to control the uneasiness in his stomach, preparing his mind to hear bad news as he made a vital call during the middle of the night; he was a grape grower and winemaker during harvest wanting to know if there was going to be rain in […]
The Climate Phenomenon that Produces Wines with ‘Electric Acidity’
BY KATHLEEN WILLCOX Illustration by Julia Lea A winemaker is tied to their ability to predict and understand obscure climatic tics. The analysis of weird winds, funky fogs and other esoteric ephemera generally remain confined to the fringes of the wine world, but some terms manage to enter the lexicon of normal wine-loving humans. One such concept […]
Domaine Bousquet 2018 Gaia Malbec Blend
I was looking for something with a bit of richness on the palate to balance with the smoke and spice of my seafood paella. This Malbec-based red blend certainly did the trick. Mendoza, Argentina is known to create Malbec with freshness and vivacity. Here, the Syrah lended a bit of body, a touch of heat, and the […]
UNCORKED: Wine pairings for grilling on Memorial Day
(Illustration by Kelly Brant) Memorial Day is just around the corner and in addition to its somber observance of honoring those who died while serving in the U.S. military, for many of us it is the unofficial start of summer. Even if this year’s gathering will be more intimate than in the past, you most […]
Why Argentina Is Among The Best For High-Value World Class Wines
Katie Kelly BellContributor ForbesLife I cover what’s interesting in wine, spirits, food, and travel. Catena Zapata Vineyard, Argentina CATENA ZAPATA The wines of Argentina have been and continue to be good values, and it is important to note that this wine-loving nation is not all about Malbec. Argentina’s winemakers are also producing beautiful Cabernet Sauvignon, […]
Understanding Wind, an Underappreciated Part of Wine
BY ROGER MORRIS Illustration by Julia Lea Most winds that sweep through the world’s vineyards bring both positive and negative results for winegrowers, often depending on the time of the season in which they blow. Whatever happens, you often can taste “the wind” in your glass. Whether a gentle breeze or howling tempest, wind is generally […]
Boxed Wine Sales Surge Around The World And Will Keep Going
Alex LedsomSenior Contributor Travel I write about travel, culture, food & drink across Europe. Red and purple cartons of «Bandit» wine are displayed at the Vinexpo wine and spirits fair, held in … [+] AFP VIA GETTY IMAGES Demand for boxed wine has spiked globally during the pandemic–the evidence (and improving quality) suggest boxed wine sales […]
$15 WINES THAT TASTE LIKE $50: ARGENTINE CHARDONNAY
Argentina is known for its dynamic and diverse malbecs and aromatic torrontes. Both are emblematic varieties for the country. But the quality of chardonnay here is also on the rise. While some of the premium producers such as Catena Zapata and Chacra making iconic wines that cost as much as top wines from Burgundy, savvy […]
