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A Huge Announcement – Episode #606 (I wouldn’t say she is a Vayniac, being under age and all, but what a coincidence when I was watching Wine Library TV one day and she caught a glimpse and said that the town she lives in in New Jersey is right near Wine Library and she … Wine Library TV – http://tv.winelibrary.com/

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Argentina Travel BLOG » Blog Archive » Argentine Wine and Mendoza … Argentine Wine and Mendoza’s Wineries. January 14, 2009 – 4:40 pm. “One of the most exciting wine-producing countries is Argentina. Where Chile was five years ago and Australia was 15 years ago, Argentina is today, producing lots of … Argentina Travel BLOG – http://buenosaires54.com/blogen/

Ministers to discuss recession busters – New Zealand’s source for … Argentine wine exports seen growing · Hellaby fix-it pilot unfazed by clouds · Women’s happiness recession proof · Just when the sums were adding up . . . Editors’ Picks. • Blood and guts trail found along highway … Stuff.co.nz – Top Stories – http://www.stuff.co.nz/

Scoop: The People’s Pinot wine tasting Wine Tastes are pleased to announce the launch of the inaugural “People’s Pinot”. “The People’s Pinot” is a special wine tasting event that will allow the public and visitors to Queenstown to taste the latest release Pinot Noirs from 40 … Scoop NZ – Business – http://www.scoop.co.nz/

Redhead Ranting: Wine Blogging By Jen I am currently in love with a few California wines and one Argentinian wine. Right now Big House Red is probably my favorite wine. It’s a simple red table wine, goes with just about anything and it isn’t buttery, bitter or too sweet. … Redhead Ranting – http://redheadranting.blogspot.com/

Wine Matters: A grape in search of the perfect terroir Wine Matters: A grape in search of the perfect terroir. READ. comments. COURTESY PHOTO. The malbec grape needs a longer growing season than it got in Bordeaux. Argentina, along with California and Texas, provides that, and the grape has … mySA.com Life – http://www.mysanantonio.com/life

New Year’s Eve Dinner « The Smallest Kitchen … when I say we had these for dinner, I mean a longer period than a standard British dinner. It is a bit more Mediterranean style – like all night, bits and pieces- with an Indian touch served with Corsican and Argentinian wine : ) … The Smallest Kitchen – http://thesmallestkitchen.wordpress.com/

The Eclectic Dilettante: Trapiche Broquel Malbec 2006 By Eclectic Dilettante An acidic lift brightens it up beautifully and gives this wine nice balance. The long finish is filled with sweet tannins and delivers a bone dry encore. Decanting not required although it will be as smooth as silk in 25 minuts. … The Eclectic Dilettante – http://eclectic-dilettante.blogspot.com/

The Frugal Oenologist: Navarro Correas Malbec 2006 By Arnulf Navarro Correas Malbec 2006. This Argentinian red has a considerable affinity to the vineyard’s Syrah, previously reviewed here. It too is considerably, but not excessively, oaked, but the red fruit accents come through somewhat more … The Frugal Oenologist – http://thefrugaloenologist.blogspot.com/

The Gesture! « The DirectClarity Blog He gave me a case of Malbec that I will never drink. My fiancé tells me its very good wine. I am dropping by on Friday to touch base with Katie, so let me know so I can bring a few bottles.” This simple gesture was all it took to propel … The DirectClarity Blog – http://directclarity.wordpress.com/

CAFEaeby: GONE BANANAS! By CAFE AEBY For wine pairing, we sipped on a buttery Chardonnay with the soup while the pizza was cooking and a jammy Malbec – such a great compliment to the sweetness of the fig and the creamy tartness of the goat cheese (try Maipe 2007 Malbec … CAFEaeby – http://cafeaeby.blogspot.com/

Wine Blogging Wednesday #53 – Wine for Breakfast! « Bloviatrix 2007 Crios de Susana Balbo Malbec · 2006 Mount Eden Vineyards Chardonnay Wolff Vineyard · 2004 Quinta de S. Francisco Óbidos · 2005 Bodega Mustiguillo Vino de la Tierra El Terrerazo Mestizaje · 2007 Weingut Markus Huber Grüner Veltliner … Bloviatrix – http://bloviatrix.wordpress.com/

One Mighty Nice Zinfandel for a Cold Winter Night – Tasting Room … Tasting Room. Recent Entries. One Mighty Nice Zinfandel for a Cold Winter Night · A Few Good Values for the Weekend · Torrontés, and Why Not? Today Show: Hot Drinks for Cold Weather · Ultra Last Minute Super-Duper Wine Gifts … Tasting Room – http://www.foodandwine.com/blogs/tasting-room

Wine News Alert

Argentina-Wine production. Farming UK – Brighouse,England,UK Argentina will have the record production of wine for the Southern hemisphere in 2009, totaling 15.25 million hectoliters, compared to the 15.046 in 2008. …

Sampling malbecs, rich, affordable red wines Baltimore Sun – United States By Rob Kasper Malbec is a wine for recessionary times. This red, found in the South American aisle of wine shops, is affordable, with plenty of pleasing …

Argentina rising star in wine world Scranton Times-Tribune – PA, USA Mouthwatering acids and a nice finish make this a good food wine. I see this graceful wine with Thai food. $11. HHHH 1/2 Crios 2007 Malbec, Mendoza, …

If you’re ready for bold reds, why not try Argentina wines? San Angelo Standard Times – san angelo,tx,USA La Linda Malbec is medium-bodied and flavorful, with dried cherry fruit and accents of smoke and spice. The wine finishes a bit tart on its own, …

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Torrontes Torrontes is a virtually unknown varietal in the United States, but is actually the most widely planted white wine grape in Argentina, Chile, and parts of Spain. Listen to this podcast for a wine adventure that will enhance your understanding of Argentinian white wines. Play this podcast

UK Wine Show 116 Mariela Molinari of Catena on altitude effects on wine Bodega Catena Zapata has high elevation vineyards in Mendoza, Argentina producing world-class wines. We spoke to Mariela Molinari, assistant winemaker, to find out how altitude affects wine.  More Details >> Click here to listen to Show 116

3 Wine Guys Listen to us now by clicking on the podcast link below :   Malbec 2003, Argentina Podcast

Where have we been? Where have we been? Hello, fellow wine lovers! We have to sincerely apologize for not posting a new episode for about a month and a half. We would love to say that we were busy jetting off to the wine regions of Chile, Argentina,… Download GNGNB Ep34- Where have we been-

The Wines of Argentina Although Argentina is the world’s 5th largest in wine production, and 6th largest in consumption, how much do we really know about its wines and vines? With Argentine wines becoming more readily available, it really helps to have a sense of the geography of the country, what kind of wines they grow, and more importantly, what do they taste like? Show #162(54-28 min 20 MB)

Wine for Newbies 37–Chile and Argentina Two South American countries producing great wines and great values. And yes, Machu Picchu is in Peru, not Chile! Play this podcast

Argentina: Not Just Malbec! Argentina first planted winegrapes around 1557, they’re not exactly wine newbies. Alejandro Audisio joins us from Buenos Aires to tell us about the variety and qualities of the wines from his country. http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-11888/TS-26151.mp3

The Wine Experience Daily Show The Wine Experience – Argentina’s Catena Malbec http://www.winexperience.com/RSS/todaysshow-10-24-08.mp3   link

Wine Blogs Alert

The Eclectic Dilettante: Alamos Malbec Seleccion 2007 By Eclectic Dilettante Area: Argentina, Mendoza; Grape: Malbec; Alcohol: 13.5%; Rating: Black 86, Dilettante 85. Description: The nose is full of ripe blueberry and fruitcake. The attack is bright and fruity. Flavors of cherry, cassis and boysenberry are … The Eclectic Dilettante – http://eclectic-dilettante.blogspot.com/

Serious Grape: New Year, New Wine | Serious Eats It can be as easy as making your next wine-by-the-glass pick not your familiar California Merlot, but an Argentinian Malbec. If you love Pinot Noir, for instance, why not explore the red wines of Austria? If you love big, bold reds why … Serious Eats – http://www.seriouseats.com/

Veggie Belly: Exotic Eats Give Away – Argentina. Win a Bottle of … By veggie belly The Historias y Sabores (history and flavor) chocolate factory in Mendoza, particularly had very delicious chocolates, liquors and jams. Surrounded by the smells of caramel, limoncello and wine, I thought of my readers and how much … Veggie Belly – http://veggiebelly.blogspot.com/

WHWC Jay Miller (Wine Advocate): “The 2006 Quimera reveals a similar luxurious personality, layers of flavor, and a finish that just won’t quit. This sensational wine can be enjoyed in its succulent youth but should still be going strong in … WHWC – Wine – http://www.whwc.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/WFS/WHWC-WHWC-Site/en_US/-/USD/ViewSearch-CategorySearch?CategoryName=WINE

Chicago Reader Blogs: Free Shit Wines include Domaine de Coyeaux Muscat de Beaumes de Venise (France), Oremus Late Harvest Tokaji (Hungary), Santa Julia Late Harvest Torrontes “Tardio” (Argentina), and Warre’s Otima 10 Tawny Port (Portugal). Images: … Free Shit – Chicago Reader – http://blogs.chicagoreader.com/freeshit/

Sentir le Bouchon!: Well I Never By rodbod Mendel Malbec ‘06, under a rather decent cork, was a revelation. My mental shorthand for Malbec says “beefy bruiser”, but these guys have taken it to places entirely new to me. Light in body (all things are relative, of course: for an … Sentir le Bouchon! – http://smellthecork.blogspot.com/

2005 Bodega Mendel Malbec (Argentina, Mendoza, Lujan de Cuyo … Plush and substantial, this Malbec tastes of blackberry, blueberry and loamy, mineral-laden earth. Nice acidity to go with the big tannins. All-in-all, very good juice (although the heat is slightly distracting). … CellarTracker Tasting Notes (all notes) – http://www.cellartracker.com/list.asp?Table=Notes&iUserOverride=0

Winemaker Night is back in action at The Vines of Mendoza! | Vines … Clos de los Siete 2007 (48% Malbec, 28% Merlot, 12% Cabernet, and 12% Syrah) The star on the label has seven points symbolizing ambition and conviction, and to tell the truth it does indeed acheive that. Dark ruby color with velvety … Vines of Mendoza Blog – http://www.vinesofmendoza.com/blog/

Found a great Malbec! – Club Stogie Cigar Discussion Forum Found a great Malbec! Food, Wine, & Drink Forum. … tzaddi’s Icons. Re: Found a great Malbec! I can’t hear Malbec without thinking roasted lamb and Argentina. tzaddi is offline. tzaddi. View Public Profile · Visit tzaddi’s homepage! … Club Stogie Cigar Discussion Forum – http://www.clubstogie.com/vb/

Malbec el Galpón The Malbec from Argentina can be dark and powerful. This one has those qualities, although somewhat simple in composition, at a fair price of $11 or so. In this price range they tend to be simple, but they often carry a nice flavor … elGalpón – http://unicoelgalpon.wordpress.com/

Que Syrah Syrah | Wine Tonite! I won’t know for a while if I even came close until it gets bottled after 14 months of barrel aging. In the meantime, let’s try a flight of some Syrah from 3 very different regions of the world: Australia, France and Argentina. … Wine Tonite! – http://www.winetonite.com/

Wine Notes: Three Italians and an Argentinian « eat. drink. cook … Wine Notes: Three Italians and an Argentinian. 10 January 2009. One of my goals this year is to learn more about wine. I have started writing notes to find out which wines I like more and to use that to expand the repertoire of wines I … eat. drink. cook. travel. – http://eatdrinkcooktravel.wordpress.com/

Wine News Alert

Wines we can still afford to drink Irish Times – Dublin,Ireland WINE: THERE ARE A lot of people in the wine business have been dreading January; not with quite the same terror as those in the restaurant business, …

Tips for surviving the gridlock Orleans Star – Ottawa,Ontario,Canada In chats with neighbours and folks at the grocery store or drycleaners, and yes the LCBO – hey, Argentinian Malbec was on special, leave me alone – the …

Wine Web Alert

Mendoza’s Malbec Wine Apr 19, 2006 … Mendoza’s Malbec Wine. … Mendoza vineyard Malbec: Star of Argentina – A little -known wine is making waves in South American vineyards …

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Wine Blogs Alert

2006 Domaine Jean Bousquet Malbec Reserva (Argentina, Mendoza … The true potential of Argentine Malbec, and indeed in the entire spectrum of Argentine wines, is demonstrated by the fact that many of the world’s most renowned winemakers have come to Argentina to make wine. … CellarTracker Tasting Notes (all notes) – http://www.cellartracker.com/list.asp?Table=Notes&iUserOverride=0

Four Argentine Wines among the Top 100 of Wine Spectator The most influential American publication on consumption included four Argentine wines with more than 90 points, three from Mendoza and one from Salta. Last year only 2 were listed. Here, the complete list… http://www.investinmendoza.com/2008/12/15/four-argentine-wines-among-the-top-100-of-wine-spectator/

The Home of Cato the Censor: Wine Duel of Classic, Old Wines Reloaded By catothecensor On the red corner we have a Viña el Cerno Syrah vintage 1999, and on the blue corner, we have a Trapiche Syrah vintage 1996. Both wines hail from Maipú in the Mendoza province of Argentina. The most traditional wine region of that … The Home of Cato the Censor – http://catothecensor.blogspot.com/

GrapeLeavesOnline – Happy New Year from Grape Leaves Online Port Wine Tasting 1/16. Inaguration Celebration – Champagne and Other Bubbles 1/16. Vertical Tasting at Gadino Cellars 1/17. Keswick Vineyards Wine Cruise Reception 1/24. Wines of Argentina at the Argentine Embassy 1/29 … GrapeLeavesOnline RSS Feed – http://www.grapeleavesonline.com/

Credit Crunch Drinking: Why Malbec is a good buy on a wine list By Fiona Beckett Take Malbec, for example. Not a hugely familiar grape variety just as Argentina, from which most of it comes these days, is a less well-known wine producing country. Result? Malbecs tend to be fairly priced on most wine lists. … Credit Crunch Drinking – http://creditcrunchdrinking.blogspot.com/

2003 Bodega Catena Zapata Malbec Catena (Argentina, Mendoza … I’m not a Malbec fan, but the scent melted my heart: lavender, red meat, earth and vegetation and a bright red toned fruitiness. Unfortunately just a couple swirls later the nose had become an oaky mess: dill and chocolate/coffeed oak … CellarTracker Tasting Notes (other… – http://www.cellartracker.com/list.asp?Table=NotesOther

2006 Malbec – Oak aged – Trapiche Estate – Currently Not Available … 2006 Malbec – Oak aged – Trapiche Estate – Currently Not Available. Dark red with hints of violet, intense and appealing in colour, predominant juicy aromas of berries and plum jam, the light oak enhanced into a vanilla, biscuity touch … World Wines UK – http://world-wines.co.uk/

Tasting a Couple of Obscure Varietals: Aglianico & Bonarda By CabFrancoPhile The other half of bargain offered in the title of this post comes by way of Mendoza, Argentina. Mendoza is well known for its Malbec with other Bordeaux varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon garnering most of the remainder of the attention. Bonarda, though, seems to have carved out its own niche and is either the most or second most widely planted grape in Argentina (depending of what you read). … The Cab Franco Files – http://thecabfrancofiles.blogspot.com/

Mogulette-in-the-making: Beat the Recession with Multiple Streams … By Carmina Pérez When Rodrigo visited the vineyard he was mesmerized by the crisp, clean air and beautiful countryside, as well as by the smooth, distinct flavor of the local Malbec and Torrontes grapes, along with the Cabernet Sauvignons and Merlots, … Mogulette-in-the-making – http://mogulette.blogspot.com/

Tasting Room Confidential: Cheap Wines for Recessionary Times Quara Torrontes, Argentina $12.99. For two bucks more than the Tarapaca, this puppy is loaded with everything you want in a crisp white: fresh fruit of the citric and melon type, lively acidity, and a sharp clean finish that make you … Tasting Room Confidential – http://tastingroomconfidential.blogspot.com/

Are you drinking wine? Or water? – Uncorked in Calgary … beringer pergolas pedro spain sale founder’s estate shelley boettcher calgary herald · therapy · Tinhorn Creek Merlot B.C. Shelley Boettcher Calgary Herald futures 2007 2009 cellar wine shop · top 100 · torrontes viognier pachanga … Uncorked in Calgary – http://communities.canada.com/calgaryherald/blogs/uncorked/default.aspx

Out with the Old, In with the New: Wine Trends of 2009 – Wine Aromatic whites from the likes of Argentina – let’s give it up for Torrontes! – and Portugal – we’re talking about you, Vino Verde – are leading the pack for value at this price point, and – happily – American wine merchants are … Wine – http://discover.winecountry.com/wine/

The Frugal Oenologist: Norton Chardonnay 2007 By Arnulf Brancott Sauvignon Blanc 2008 · Don David Tannat Reserve 2004 · Alamos Torrontes 2007 · Carlos Basso Sauvignon Blanc 2007 · Valdubon 2006 · Don David Torrontes Reserve 2006 · Norton Malbec 2006 · Vionta Albarino 2006 · Gougenheim Malbec … The Frugal Oenologist – http://thefrugaloenologist.blogspot.com/

Wine Podcasts

ABigSlice :: Argentinian wines podcasts ABigSlice :: A Year of Wine – http://abigslice.typepad.com/radio/

Wine Web Alert

Wine Zone – Virgin Wines Argentinean Malbec is THE red wine for barbeques. Powerful, smooth, fruity and full of character and spice, this really is Argentinean wine at its best. …

Argentina O. Fournier For O. Fournier it is essential not only to produce high-quality wines but also … The O Fournier wine empire is relatively recent and includes Spain and …

2005 NQN Vinedos Patagonia Malbec Lonko Estate Single : Wine … 2005 NQN Vinedos Patagonia Malbec Lonko Estate Single. Prices and availability at all online wine stores.

Wine News Alert

Anthony Rose: The buyer’s guide to 2009 Independent – London,England,UK Argentinian reds, juicy malbec in particular, should play a starring role in 2009. And just as Australia loses out on the reds front, New Zealand sauvignon …

Winter Getaway: Discovering Winter Wineries findingDulcinea – New York,New York,USA Wine is still “the main draw,” however, and visitors can easily taste a wide variety of pours, such as “blends like Torrontes” and “Argentina’s signature …