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Wine Blogs

Wine of the week: Artist’s Collection cabernet Salvatore Principe Artist’s Collection Cabernet Sauvignon, Cafayate, California, 2006. Salvatore Principe is a world renowned artist famous for his paintings of hearts. Postbulletin.com Local Life – http://www.postbulletin.com/

Wine menu for Nov04 thru Nov08 By Myrna Lorca Torrontes. $5.99/$14.99. Argentina’s great white grape. The fruit shines through, unmasked by oak. Quiet aroma of rose petals and flavors of lychee, mango, peach, ginger combine with pleasant acidity & just a little boo! … Vinosity Wine Songs – http://vinosity.wordpress.com/

Links of the week – November 3! By Aaron Epstein Including some of our favorites, Achaval Ferrer and Poesia! The official opening of Mendoza’s 2nd 5-star hotel! Thoughts from women all over the world who love the grape. A great explanation of the development of the Mendoza wine scene. Vines of Mendoza Blog – http://www.vinesofmendoza.com/blog/

Don Miguel Gascon Mendoza Malbec, 2007 By Fred McTaggart(Fred McTaggart) With its traditional label, this wine makes a favorable impression on the shelf, and I was not disappointed when I popped the cork. It’s a very deep, bluish purple color, and the first sniff verifies that it’s a perfect match for a … Artisan Wine on a Budget – http://artisanwine.blogspot.com/

Global Wine Tour – Exploring The Wines Of Argentina Jan 15, 2009 (Thu): Global Wine Tour – Exploring The Wines Of Argentina! Join one of Canada’s foremost wine experts, Steve Thurlow, on a one evening tour of Argentina’s most important wine regions. This interactive evening will have you … Greater Toronto Wine Tasting… – http://www.localwineevents.com/Greater-Toronto-Wine/

Food – All That’s Wrong With Global Wine Is in This Bottle: Review By SZri(SZri) On first sniff I thought the wine was a little corked. Yet after a few swirls, that was evidently not the problem. With the first sip of 2003 Andeluna Grand Reserve Pasionado ($40-$65), a Bordeaux blend made in Mendoza, Argentina, … Good Read – http://spoonfeedin.blogspot.com/

Daily URL: Nov 3 By admin Vibrant Buenos Aires can be easy on the wallet[CNN] Prices have crept up since 2001, but it’s still a great value. Amid the current global economic turmoil, the Argentine peso recently dropped to its lowest level in nearly six years… Baexpats – Community of Expatriates… – http://baexpats.org/

Grape Expectations: Boutique Wine Reaches BA By kristie Through his online store, a wine club and private tastings, Anuva Vinos proffers boutique wine beyond the valleys of Mendoza. “I’d like to pave the way for small production Argentine wine makers – the guys people don’t know about,” … The Argentimes – http://www.theargentimes.net/

Barking Sheep 2006 Malbec Bonarda Mendoza By Robert Looks like Malbec in the glass. Smells like Malbec: lots of baking spice, especially brown sugar with hints of cinnamon and vanilla. Tastes like Malbec: subtle licorice, with nice plum and cherry. Barks like Malbec? … Wine-O-Rama – http://robertmiller.org/wordpress/

Cabernet Sauvignon & Malbec Wine Tasting Friday Nov 07, 2008 (Fri): Friday 3 for $5 Cabernet Sauvignon & Malbec Tasting, Wine Hall Pass $20 Friday, November 7th: 4 – 9:30 pm Join us while we pull out some of our favorite Cabernet Sauvignon & Malbecs for a big wine Tasting. … San Diego Wine Tasting and Dinners… – http://www.localwineevents.com/San-Diego-Wine/

I Liked It – Malbec A review of Malbec by zihiah (October 30, 2008) OpenBottles – Wine Reviews by… – http://www.openbottles.com/

Doña Paula Malbec By bottleofwine Los Cardos is 100% Malbec and presents aromas of cherries, strawberries and mocha. There are slight hints of spice and vanilla. On the palate, this wine is full-bodied with notes of pepper, minerals and mint. The drinker does not taste … Bottle of Wine – http://bottleofwine.wordpress.com/

 

Wine News

Cafayate Wine Resort — Blogs, Pictures, and more on WordPress Wine News Love, Buenos Aires-style Chicago Sun-Times – United States Stop in one of its upscale restaurants for a $6 glass of Malbec red wine along the …

Vinas de Cafayate-Wine Resort Cafayate, Argentina – AOL Travel Want to stay at Vinas de Cafayate-Wine Resort in Cafayate, Argentina? Get amenities, dining and rates from AOL Travel.

Photos for Argentina Vinosub30 argentina 2008 by danroc taken on 02 Sep 08 Tags: vinosub30 … Tags: vinosub30. by patrickjoust taken on 27 Aug 08 …

Wine brand turns to Sauce PRWeek UK – London,England,UK The agency will be handling the PR for fairtrade wine brand Fairhills and Camden Park, a range of Argentinean wines. Sauce will also work on a third brand …

There are two distinct parties in the world of wine Rochester Democrat and Chronicle – Rochester,NY,USA You support wines like Napa Cabernet, Australian Shiraz, Argentinean Malbec and Chilean Merlot. The production of these wines is heavily influenced by the …

A calendar of wine and beer tastings and events Tampabay.com – St. Petersburg,FL,USA Wine & Music at Malio’s: 7-8:30 pm Sat., Malio’s Prime, 400 N Ashley Drive, Tampa. Argentinian wines, specialty cheeses and live music (7-11 pm). $20. …

Host your ownwine tasting Visalia Times-Delta – Visalia,CA,USA How about Argentinian, Australian or Austrian wines? Encourage your guests to dress the part, too. While parties can be held at home, Maack said many local …

It’s wine week in Metro Times and Transcript – Moncton,New Brunswick,Canada With wines from locales around the world including Argentina, Chile, France and Australia, the World Wine and Food Expo truly is an international event. …

Cape selected to host world experts in wine tourism Bizcommunity.com – Cape Town,South Africa The visitors will be coming from Bilbao- Rioja (Spain), Bordeaux (France), Florence (Italy), Mainz (Germany), Mendoza (Argentina), Porto (Portugal) and San …

 

 

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Wine News

Love, Buenos Aires-style Chicago Sun-Times – United States Stop in one of its upscale restaurants for a $6 glass of Malbec red wine along the docks. But then head a few blocks east to the Costanera. …

Pendock’s Pick: The Times – Johannesburg,Gauteng,South Africa … flavours of red fruit and vanilla and you want to follow Lou Reed and take a walk on the wild side, this exciting blend of Malbec and shiraz is for you. …

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Price freeze on quality wine as glut and credit crunch hit The West Australian – Perth,Western Australia,Australia He said he was conscious consumers could turn to cheaper wine from Chile and Argentina and was not planning to increase prices for the next 12 months. …

All That’s Wrong With Global Wine Is in This Bottle: Review Bloomberg – USA … wine — in fact, it’s a very carefully made wine — but it is not the kind of wine that expresses the best coming out of Argentina’s Mendoza Valley, …

Wine Blogs

Malbec on 150th By Daniel Walking into The Beaumont on 150th last night, I felt at ease with the marble inlay and incredible decor of this gorgeous apartment building. My comfort and Janis’s wonderful ability to host (and project her voice) made this evening … AnuvaBlog – http://blog.anuvavinos.com/

Los Cerrillos: Finca El Peral Reserva 2006 – Silver Medal Blend in … By Jerrold Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec, and Carmenere are often blended in France to produce Bordeaux wines. Here in Ontario and in California similar blends are created but called Meritage. … The Woodside Wine Appreciation Club – http://www.woodsidewine.com/

OK, so tell me exactly why I thought signing on for NaBloPoMo … By Stefanie(Stefanie) And really, who better to rattle on about dating than the girl who is home alone at 9:30 on a Saturday, drinking Malbec in her yoga pants instead of being out on an actual date? Seriously, WHO? I am totally qualified to elaborate on … Stefanie Says – http://stefanie-says.blogspot.com/

Autumn in DC By vinicultured This wine–70% Malbec, 15% merlot, and 15% tannat–was one of my favorites from Kermit Lynch in Berkeley, and I was so excited to see one lone bottle at the Wine Specialist the other day… for $13.99 it was a bit more expensive than in … Vinicultured: A Wine Blog – http://vinicultured.com/

Chileans Continue Investing in Local Wine Chile capital in the Argentine wine producing industry are growing and will continue the investments in the coming months with the acquisition of vineyards and wineries of this region. If the total of Argentine wines bottles is … Invest in Mendoza – http://www.investinmendoza.com/

Organic Wine & Cheese Pairing (continued) By Dave Trieger(Dave Trieger) Argentina. Rich ruby color with full bouquet of boysenberry, blueberries and oak. Dry and full bodied with spicy cherry flavors. paired with Les Freres. Crave Brothers. Pasteurized cow’s milk. Soft, washed and rind cheese developed in … vigna • uva • vino – http://vignauvavino.blogspot.com/

Lovin’ Lobsters in Landlocked Colorado By ClaireWalter(ClaireWalter) We did manage to finish three bottles of white wine that were as international — actually intercontinental — as our varied experiences: Cepas de Familia Torrontes, Gimenez Riili, 2007, from Mendoza, Argentina; Kenwood Vineyards … CulinaryColorado – http://culinary-colorado.blogspot.com/

Wine News (6) By wineinindia In France, the wine-store chain Nicolas (owned by french Castel group, like Oddbins in the UK) seem to have capitalized on the leftist mythology for one of its foreign imports: Che, San Juan, Argentina Syrah 2004 is a cheap argentina … Wine in india – http://wineinindia.wordpress.com/

Outside Brown By Liana(Liana) Our friend Regan came out to watch the Florida-Georgia game and hang out and drink Argentinian wine and throw the football around out in the yard. She brought pretty little turnips from Locally Grown Athens, for which she volunteers … Pie and Beer – http://pieandbeer.blogspot.com/

Of wine and wine-making By Jason(Jason) I think the average Singaporean palate is partial to spicier wines, with more fruit, which make New World wines like Spanish Riojas, South Africa Syrahs, Chilean Cabs, and Argentinean Malbecs generally more popular here – and I’m just … Gluttony: The High Cost of Living – http://www.gluttons-anonymous.com/

Crios Cabernet Sauvignon Mendoza (2006) By Tom & Melody I purchased this wine on the recommendation of my new wine consultant from a wine club to which we belong! Nice job, Cathy!! This Crios Cabernet from Mendoza, Argentina is fabulous. As soon as I poured the wine into my glass, … Tom and Melody’s wine blog – http://tomandmelodywine.com/

More Martinborough Wines By redbankjames The pale golden wine opens in the glass with aromas of tropical fruits and ripe peaches to delight the nose. The wine fills the palate with great fruit flavours typical of Mendoza, and finishes with a refreshing hint of citrus. … RedbankJames’s WineBlog – http://redbankjames.wordpress.com/

Bienbebidos. By katielewis Bikes & Wines, situated in Mendoza, Argentina–a wine lover’s heaven–lent me my exploratory vehicle, handed me a map, and said, “Bienbebidos.” And that’s exactly what we did. 11 bodegas/vineyards on the map, 8 hours to make the 12 … Katie in BUENOS AIRES – http://katielewisbuenosaires.wordpress.com/

2006 Trapiche Malbec Tasted by kramsauer. (75 pts.) – Tasted 10/31/2008. [FIND IT!] CellarTracker Tasting Notes (all notes) – http://www.cellartracker.com/list.asp?Table=Notes&iUserOverride=0

Hints of cherry, cedar smoke, and sweet, sweet victory By sockmonkey … VQA Twenty Mile Bench (Niagara) – Ontario; Temparanillo (and others) – Marques de Riscal Reserva 2003 – Spain (Rioja); Malbec – Trapiche Malbec Reserve 2006, Mendoza – Argentina; Cabernet Sauvignon – Santa Carolina Reserva 2007, … melle.ca – http://melle.ca/

Artisan Argentine Wines Fare Very Well at the 2008 Cellars of the … By Jerrold These, amongst other fine Argentine wines and others from all around the world, will be available for tasting at the Spectrum Wines booth at the 23rd Annual Ottawa Food & Wine Show from November 7th to 9th, 2008. Earning GOLD medals: … The Woodside Wine Appreciation Club – http://www.woodsidewine.com/

Where In The World (err..South America)? By Jason(Jason) “Mendoza is a city in western Argentina, in the desert Cuyo region. Mendoza is the center of the Argentinian wine industry, for which it is world renowned. It is also near the Aconcagua, the highest mountain outside of the Himalayas.” Jason’s In South America – http://jasonsinsouthamerica.blogspot.com/

[Wines Til Sold Out] Valentin Bianchi Particular Cabernet … One can clearly identify the traits of the Argentine Cabernet Sauvignon wines, with distinct aromas of berries and small wild berries like mulberry and blackcurrant, with a combination of spices, vanilla, chocolate and toasted scents of … DODTracker.com New Deals Feed – http://www.dodtracker.com/

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2006 Colomé Estate Malbec 91 points By rich board(rich board) Malbec, Calchaqui Valley, $25 Intense, bold with big ripe dark fruit; With a velvety palate of Blueberry liqueur, cassis, cinnamon and french oak. With 14.9% alcohol it’s warm but balanced, the earth and ground coffee flavors coming out … DAILY WINE TASTING – http://dailywinetasting.blogspot.com/

November 2008 Wines of the Month – Wines from Argentina By neil Our November wines of the month (El Cipres Torrontes, Malbec, and Cabernet Sauvignon) come to us from Bodegas Correas in Argentina. Their vineyards and winery are now owned and managed by fourth generation Correas family members, … WineSmith Blog – http://www.winesmithonline.com/blog/

SOHO 119 Wine Pairings Dinner Series–Argentina 11/19/08 Nov 19, 2008 (Wed): the argentinean wine dinner 11/19/2008 7pm $50/person 1st course creamy andean humitas en chala–traditional argentinean tamales tucuman-style beef and salta-style chicken empanadas [...] Kansas City Wine Tasting and… – http://www.localwineevents.com/Kansas-City-Wine/

Mountains and Wine – Mendoza, Cuyo, Argentina Arrived in Mendoza about 8:00 after not such a great trip. Well last time we traveled on the bus it was a Cama, this was a semi Cama. The difference was that the Cama is a full size type of lay dowm bed, semi Camas are seats which … TravelPod.com Recent Updates – http://www.travelpod.com/

Travel Suggestions for a Strong Dollar By Nanoose Me? I’m drinking the red wine. As in Mendoza. I’m going to ship up 4 years worth of Mendoza wine to get me through Obama’s administration until the people wise up and throw the bum out. Put him in a cell with Rezko. Extravigator – http://extravigator.com/

Ivy by Mountainsmith Recycled Backpack Review By Elizabeth We’ve used it for several day trips where we’ve needed extra water, jackets, or extra room to store some Mendoza wine. Because you can only access this bag from the top it’s very secure. A thief would have to unstrap the top cover and … Go Green Travel Green – http://gogreentravelgreen.com/

One Year Anniversary – Join Us All Day on Saturday, Nov 1st and … … www.corkandcanvas.com Saturday, October 1st, 2008 1pm to 4pm Free Wine Tasting 2006 Avanti Chardonnay San Juan, Argentina 2005 Trinitas Old Vine Zinfandel Contra Costa, CA 2003 Del Golf Bonarda Mendoza, Argentina 2004 Maryhill [...] Northern Illinois Wine Tasting… – http://www.localwineevents.com/Northern-Illinois-Wine/

New Ad Pitching Argentine Wine Proves Argentinians are all White … By latinbeauty Verdades Cantadas is the title of this 2008 spot promoting the virtues of Argentine wine. Created by Buenos Aires-based ad shop La Negra, the 40-second spot shows Argentinians are not your typical Hispanics. … Mi blog es tu blog – http://lauramartinez.wordpress.com/

TO Events for October 31st-November 6th By Greg Clow ticket info tba Wine tasting event presented by Wines of Argentina, a body that groups more than 100 wineries, spread around every wine region of the country. These wineries represent 95% of the total of exports of Argentine wine. … Taste TO – Food & Drink In Toronto – http://www.tasteto.com/

Thoughts on Urban Survival (2005) By FerFAL(FerFAL) Another important factor is that now, with our new economy, it’s not good business to sell Argentine food to Argentina. Why sell a kg of meat to the local market for 17 pesos when they can now sell it to Spain for 17 Euros when 1 Euro … Surviving in Argentina – http://ferfal.blogspot.com/

Friday October 31, 2008 – Wine Bottles By Austin Ramsey(Austin Ramsey) Elsewhere in the world the major plantings are in Argentine and California. In the latter region it is called Valdepenas and is regarded as a unsuitable for making fine wine. Tempranillo has taken off in Australia only in the past few … Blueberry Wine Information Blog – http://blueberry-wine-infoblogs-672.blogspot.com/

Navarro Correas Alegoria Malbec 2005 added by kevkeisha. By Kevkeisha Navarro Correas Alegoria Malbec 2005 added by kevkeisha. Recent Activity Report at WineLog.net – http://www.winelog.net/

2006 Colomé Estate Malbec 91 points By fireontop06 Malbec, Calchaqui Valley, $25. Intense, bold with big ripe dark fruit; With a velvety palate of Blueberry liqueur, cassis, cinnamon and french oak. With 14.9% alcohol it’s warm but balanced, the earth and ground coffee flavors coming … DAILY WINE TASTING – http://dailywinetasting.wordpress.com/

Media Round Up Saturday 1st November 2008 By admin Norton Barrel Select Malbec 2005, O’Briens , €9.99. “The Norton Malbec has always been one of my favourite wines from Argentina. Rich juicy dark fruits, without any bully-boy tannins”. Mitchelton Blackwood Park Riesling 2006 Central … Robert Francis Wine Blog – http://www.robertfranciswine.ie/wordpress/

2006 Trumpeter (Familia Rutini) Malbec Tasted by Hi-Ho-Silver. (84 pts.) – Tasted 10/31/2008. [FIND IT!] CellarTracker Tasting Notes (all notes) – http://www.cellartracker.com/list.asp?Table=Notes&iUserOverride=0

Champagnes – The Vine Times Daily Wine Pick – Alamos Malbec By Noel 2003 Almos Malbec – The Vine Times Rating – 3 Glasses out of 5 Glasses (Well Recommended) A deep purple colored full bodied and bold Malbec with dominant black cherry, blackberry, cocoa, smoky oak and slight spice characteristics. … Fine Wines (Re)Visited – http://finewines.meetuon.com/

Wine News

Chilean group invests $15m in Argentina decanter.com – London,UK In Rio Negro, one of Argentina’s oldest wine zones, the group has bought a 65ha vineyard dating back to the 1930s. The vineyards will produce Pinot Noir and …

Belt-tightening leaves wine exporters strapped The Australian – Sydney,Australia While the falling dollar would boost the export industry, other New World producers such asChile, South Africa and Argentina were becoming more competitive …

There’s more to Malbec than meets the palate Globe and Mail – Canada 75101) hails from a 100-year-old family-owned winery in the southern region of Patagonia. Full-bodied, smooth and silky, it shows coffee and vanilla over a …

Chilean wine giant Ricardo Claro dies decanter.com – London,UK Dona Paula, an Argentinian winery, was acquired by Claro in 1997. The Claro Group is worth an estimated £1.85bn (US$3bn).

Making a Case for South America Richard Nalley 10.09.08, Forbes Magazine October 27, 2008 The wine lover’s map of the world just got a little larger New data can be pretty inconvenient when you’ve already made up your mind.

Twenty Exceptional South American Wines Richard Nalley 10.09.08, Forbes Magazine New data can be pretty inconvenient when you’ve already made up your mind. In the case of the opinion-altering South

Malbecs Maligned? A difference of opinion on what’s usually a reliable bargain. By Blair Campbell October 29, 2008 Perhaps it was the power of suggestion; value Malbecs have never let me down before, so I had every reason to believe that all three wines

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Design for Wine By kristie Argentina is not without its own world-class bodegas, and I visited two new winery buildings in the Mendoza region of Argentina – Catena Zapata in Lujan de Cuyo, and O. Fournier in Valle de Uco – which make an interesting contrast in … The Argentimes – http://www.theargentimes.net/

Mendoza’s No. 10! By Wayne Bernhardson In its annual “destination scorecard” of historic places, National Geographic Traveler has ranked Argentina’s “Mendoza Wine Estancias” as the tenth-best of 109 destinations around the world. According to Traveler, its wineries and … Cleared for Takeoff – The Triporati Blog – http://www.triporati.com/blog/

1884 – Long before Orwell, but a VERY good year! By Aaron Epstein As anybody reading this will know by now, those of us here at The Vines of Mendoza like wine and food – a lot. We are always exploring the ever-changing culinary scene in Mendoza (and Buenos Aires, when we can), and have worked to put … Vines of Mendoza Blog – http://www.vinesofmendoza.com/blog/

Bike & Wine Tour in Maipu: It’s Better After a Bottle By Kimberly Content after a five hour day of bodega tours, we returned our bikes and got on a bus headed for Mendoza. The day wasn’t what we expected, but we still had fun. With good weather and good wine, you can’t go wrong. … Go Green Travel Green – http://gogreentravelgreen.com/

Wine Education Class – Argentina, Chile & Uruguay Dec 03, 2008 (Wed): Wine Education Class – Wednesday, December 3rd, 7pm to 8:30pm “The Wines of Argentina, Chile & Uruguay” Must Register and Pay in Advance – Attendance is Limited Register by calling store and speak to Michelle Please … Long Island Wine Tasting and… – http://www.localwineevents.com/Long-Island-Wine/

State of the Art Wines of Chile and Argentina Nov 03, 2008 (Mon): Join us for our wine tasting here inside Bomberos wine bar to taste four wines from Chile and Argentina that are truly State of the Art. All of South America is seeing a growth in wine production and quality, … Phoenix Wine Tasting and Dinners… – http://www.localwineevents.com/Phoenix-Wine/

Uncork Argentina with Boeger Winery! … club administrator Tara De La Rosa, will be joining up with our friend Carolyn Gallagher of Uncorking Argentina to lead an unforgettable, action packed excursion to one of the most dramatic and unspoiled wine regions in the world. … Sierra Foothills Wine Tasting… – http://www.localwineevents.com/Sierra-Foothills-Wine/

2005 Trapiche Malbec Broquel Tasted by MitchL. (83 pts.) – Tasted 10/29/2008. [FIND IT!] CellarTracker Tasting Notes (all notes) – http://www.cellartracker.com/list.asp?Table=Notes&iUserOverride=0

Trapiche Malbec (6 bottles) By Fine Wines click here to learn more. fine wine trading – http://www.finewinetrading.com/

Malbec, Bodega Colomé, Estate Malbec, Valle Calchaqui, Salta … By Adam Morganstern Argentinean producers are very proud of their alt.credentials and so “mine is higher than yours” is a very big deal – you will see that altitude is frequently quoted on the back labels of Argentine wine bottles as a proxy for quality. … Organic Wine Journal – http://www.organicwinejournal.com/

Wine review: Colonia las Liebres 2007 By Jeff Siegel WineFest 2008 is Saturday in Addison. More than a dozen wineries and two dozen restaurants will be on hand. Technorati Tags: red wine, Argentine wine,bonardo,Colonia las Liebres,$10 wine,cheap wine. Back Talk Lakewood/East Dallas – http://backtalkeastdallas.typepad.com/back_talk/

Chilean Winery Invests in Land in Patagonia By Gwen E. Kirby Mendoza may be known as the quintessential Argentine wine haven, but Patagonia’s status as an up-and-coming wine region was confirmed earlier this month when a Chilean winery bought large tracks of land there. … Argentina’s Travel Guide – http://argentinastravel.com/

Wine of the week: Colonia las Liebres 2007 By Jeff Siegel It’sa heftier, darker version of Beaujolais nouveau. Drink this with with any tomato-based Italian dish, grilled sausages or barbecue. Technorati Tags: red wine, Argentine wine,bonardo,Colonia las Liebres,$10 wine,cheap wine. The Wine Curmudgeon – http://www.winecurmudgeon.com/my_weblog/

Wine Corner Review #38: Trapiche Mendoza Argentina Malbec By Food Czar(Food Czar) Well, a few years back, Argentina heard malbec’s frantic call for attention and came to the rescue, so much so that this noble blending grape assumed primacy in that South American country, rather than be allowed to rot on the vine, … Food Czar – http://foodczar.blogspot.com/

Independent Theater Week in Buenos Aires By Gwen E. Kirby Festival Beckett Buenos Aires Kicks Off for Third Year; Festival of Tango Starts Next Monday in Buenos Aires; Buenos Aires Sponsors Free Activities for Spring; Anuva Vinos Brings Argentine Wines to Select US Tasters; Verdi Opera Attila … Argentina’s Travel Guide – http://argentinastravel.com/

 

Wine News

YouTube – O.Fournier Oct 29, 2008 … José Manuel Ortega Gil-Fournier presents his wines from Argentina, Chile and Spain.

New Eco-Friendly Varietal to Hit Shelves Hospitality-Industry.com – Houten,Utrecht,Netherlands J. Soif Wines is the only importer of Argentinian Yellow+Blue wine that offers quality taste in a sustainable package. Naturally produced at a certified …

Argentine Wine Makers The Fifth Annual VinoSub30 in Argentina is organized by ArgentineWines.Com. as the only contest where young consumers have a say. Young tasters under thirty …

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Allison Levine Allison Levine created the event Tasting the Wines … Allison Levine Allison Levine created the event Tasting the Wines of Argentina. Latest Activity on Wine 2.0 – http://www.winetwo.net/

Bodega Chacra Bodega Chacra produces delicate, soulful Pinot Noir from Patagonia, the southeastern wilderness of Argentina. Having tasted them several times, I can say with authority that they are easily the most impressive, most finessed and … Crush: Wine Articles – http://www.crushwineco.com/

2003 Bodega O. Fournier Beta Crux Tasted by RDaneel. A big surprise. Dark purple color and an explosive nose – the fruit jumps right out of the glass. The jammy fruits continue on the palate – this is New World all the way – ending with a moderate amount of tannin. … CellarTracker Tasting Notes (all notes) – http://www.cellartracker.com/list.asp?Table=Notes&iUserOverride=0

Mendoza Park Hyatt By admin Uvas is located on the mezzanine level, with a modern design and an impressive wine list. The highlight of the wine list is an exquisite collection of Mendoza wines, but Uvas also offers a large international menu of cocktails. … Sunflower Winetours – http://www.sunflowerwinetours.com/

Chef’s Wine Tasting Dinner @ Junior’s By Gary Winery owner Mario Pardini spoke about each wine as it came out with its accompanying course. He was gracious enough to answer questions and show pictures of the vineyards where the grapes were from. I haven’t been down to Mendoza yet, … Vinotrip – http://www.vinotrip.com/

Argentinean wine dinner A four-course meal. Restaurants/Daily Picks – http://chicago.metromix.com/rss

Tue Oct 28th 2008 : Wine of Argentina Tasting Wines of Argentina / Blue Lifestyle / The Wine Hou : Meet the winemakers and taste over 200 wines from Salta to Patagonia. Wineries include Andeluna Cellars, Bodega Dante Robino, Bodega Fin del Mundo, B. SocialDomain Events Guide – http://www.socialdomain.com/

Bodega Luigi Bosca By admin The vineyard since 1901was a well-known reference for those traveling the along Argentina’s Wine Route. Don Leoncio Arizu’s love for winemaking was passed on from generation to generation. This family winery manages the well-known … Sunflower Winetours – http://www.sunflowerwinetours.com/

Snooth Panel Tasting Program takes on Argentine Malbec By Gregory This is a wonderful wine that melds intensity of flavor and complexity with elegance and nuance. Really an “old world” example of Argentine Malbec and slightly reminiscent of the famous 1977 Weinert Estrella that remains the benchmark … Snooth Blog – http://blog.snooth.com/

Mendoza By tberend Mendoza is the heart of the Argentine wine industry. It’s warm enough to grow grapes and olives, which are the main products in this region. Mendoza is also a great jumping-off point to go hiking in the mountains and there are thermal … Intermission – http://www.cheeseandcrackers.ca/blog/

Links to get your week going! By Aaron Epstein Argentina scores big in Wine Spectator: http://www.winesur.com/ver_nota.php?nota=17553http://www.winesur.com/ver_nota.php?nota=17550. Argentine Malbec wins best foreign wine at Chicago Wine Fair! … Vines of Mendoza Blog – http://www.vinesofmendoza.com/blog/

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An Assortment of Salteño Malbec – Blind Tastings By Daniel But this is the process that we so nobly suffer through at Anuva in order to bring you the best of the undiscovered wines of Argentina. What included at this tasting a group of Chardonnay, that several winemakers/wineries insisted we … AnuvaBlog – http://blog.anuvavinos.com/

Bodega Septima 2006 Malbec Mendoza By robert Considering that the Septima is only $2 more (at least at Jungle Jim’s for a mere $12.99 ) it’sa no-brainer. From nose to palate to mouthfeel to finish, this is truly a steal of a wine. Excellent varietal Argentinian malbec. Grade: A- Wine-O-Rama – http://robertmiller.org/wordpress

Our first Canadian guest By Barney in BA(Barney in BA) After her return from Mendoza (wine country), I said we would meet at the corner of Maipu and Marcelo T. Alvear to go our for dinner. While I was waiting for her to arrive, I took this (poor) camera phone photo of the sign in the window … Barney in BA – http://barneyinba.blogspot.com/

Quaff this: La Mascota 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, Bodegas Santa Ana … By BH(BH) Over the weekend, I entertained my parents and mother-in-law with a Canada vs. the World tasting, mimicking something I found online about such a competition held by the Ontario Wine Society in 2006, which was widely covered by the … Second Ferment – http://2ndferment.blogspot.com/

Fairhills Mendoza Vineyar D Rose 75cl By World Wines UK By ensuring that the farmers receive a fair price for their grapes, the project is creating life changing improvements in working and living conditions and educat;Unitsize:6;WineType:Wine. click here to learn more. World Wines UK – http://world-wines.co.uk

3 Malbec Wines From 3 Different Places All Under $10 – Episode #556 By tv@winelibrary.com (Winelibrary TV) En Tiempo Malbec Monterey CountyOther California Red Wine, play, review at cork’d. 2006 Monteflores MalbecArgentine Malbec, play, review at cork’d. 2006 Chateau Gaudou 1733Cahors, play, review at cork’d … Wine Library TV – http://tv.winelibrary.com

O Fournier Alfa Crux Malbec 2004 By Norman(Norman) I picked this up from the liquidation table last winter. Note that the Alfa Crux Malbec I’m reviewing here is a completely different wine from the Alfa Crux blend that is currently available at ANBL – the blend is 50% Tempranillo with … NB Wines – http://nbwines.blogspot.com/

Free Wine Tasting at The Cave – The Wines of Argentina Oct 15, 2008 (Wed): Join us at The Cave for our Free Thursday Wine Tasting. This week, join us for samplings of the great wines of Argentina. Our experts will be on hand to guide you, and afterwards, stick around for live Jazz.[...] Atlanta Wine Tasting and Dinners… – http://www.localwineevents.com/Atlanta-Wine/

Highway One Stratocaster Left Hand Transparent Wine … new colors take this amazing guitar to the next level. The new pickups on this left-handed version of the Highway One Stratocaster guitar produce a more round tone that can… [ Highway One Stratocaster Left Hand Transparent Wine ] Buy and Sell Argentina Free Online… – http://argentina.adflakes.com

Finca Sophenia ‘06 Synthesis Malbec and Altosur Torrontes By winesleuth When I lived in Argentina, I usually steered clear of torrontes because in my view it was a sickly sweet smelling, floral tasting wine with either no acidity to balance it out or too much. The Finca Sophenia Altosur Torrontes ‘08 … Winesleuth’s Weblog – http://winesleuth.wordpress.com

It’s Harvest Time in Wine Country By Lulu Mcgrew Portland, Willamette Valley, Columbia Valley, wine, winemaking, Oregon, Washington, harvest, crush, sorting grapes, pinot noir, pinot, pinots, syrah, cabernet, white wine, red wine, chardonnay, intern, volunteer, Argentina, winery. Portland, OR – http://www.about-portlandor.com

New World Tasting Today, California Seminar Tues By McGinnes(McGinnes) NEW WORLD WINE TASTING TONIGHT (Mon, Oct 13, 4-8 pm) — Good thing Columbus discovered the New World! Where would we be without some of our favorite new world wines from Chile, Argentina, California, and points north? … Northern Virginia Wine Tastings – http://tcgrape.blogspot.com/

“Mendoza as a destination for the international tourism” Bodegas de Argentina and the Mendoza’s Hotels Chamber organized a cocktail before the Consular Corp of Mendoza with the purpose of promoting The Route of Wine: Mendoza as a destination for the international tourism. … Invest in Mendoza – http://www.investinmendoza.com

 

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International Contest on Malbec Wines Cuyonoticias – Cuyo,Mendoza,Argentina The “Microregión Luján-Maipú” agency and the “Asociación de Profesionales de Enología y Alimentos de Argentina (APEAA; Association of wine and food …

Foxton’s Wrap Up The Star-Ledger – NJ.com – Newark,NJ,USA In my final Foxton’s Food & Wine Festival posting for this year, I thought I would touch upon some wines that stood out for me and maybe a few …

Buenos Aires: Steak and the tango on a budget San Jose Mercury News – CA, USA Argentines adore steak and red wine dinners that stretch on for hours, the sultry nostalgia of tango dance halls, a nail-biting match between rival soccer …

Long Road Ahead to US and European Markets Daily Georgian Times – Georgia … Wine Trading Group, which has the following countries as its members: USA , Canada , Argentina , South Africa , Australia , New Zealand and Chile . …

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Blue Stove cooks up captivating creations at new Nordstrom in … Ventura County Star – Camarillo,CA,USA Its international mix included 13 California wines, 10 French, six Italian, four each Spanish and Down Under labels, two German and one Argentinean. …

Salam Bombay’s contemporary reinvention of south Indian cuisine Metro Canada – Vancouver – Vancouver,Canada Enjoy food with wine pairings from Germany, South Africa, Spain, Argentina and BC Tickets $150. Email events@bcadoption.com On Monday, Oct. 20 at 6:30 pm, …

Theme Park Ranger reviews some offerings from Epcot Food & Wine Fest Orlando Sentinel – Orlando,FL,USA •Argentina: Beef and corn casserole. A bargain at $3.75. Very tasty with big hunks of meat, quite filling. •Austria: Goulash. A big serving, plenty of meat. …

Choices at A Taste of Wine and Art in Aiken Metro Spirit – Augusta,GA,USA by Tom Grant, October 9th 03:42pm The hard choice: Will it be Sun Garden Riesling from Germany, Razor’s Edge from Australia, Roca Pinot Noir from Argentina, …

Tango ‘music of melancholy’ The Wichita Eagle – Wichita,KS,USA At night, the mix of immigrants from Italy, France, Ireland and Germany would crowd into bars, drinking wine and singing mournful Neapolitan and Andalucian …

Twenty Exceptional South American Wines Forbes – NY,USA With Chile and Argentina, the possibility for exceptions was pretty obvious. Both countries have big-league wine industries (Argentina’s is the world’s …

Wine pick of the week: Trapiche Malbec-Bonarda Helsinki Times (Subscription) – Helsinki,Uusimaa,Finland And while your local Alko may stock ten bottles of Chilean Malbec for every one from Argentina, do not be fooled. More than a few Chilean vineyards have put …

You Can Enjoy High-quality Wines At Affordable Prices Sun-Sentinel.com – Fort Lauderdale,FL,USA By Bob Hosmon Those looking for bargains can find them in wine and food stores. The difference between the shopping in the two isn’t cost, but advice. …

Reach for the reds – and a few whites. Philadelphia Inquirer – Philadelphia,PA,USA This is also common with bottles from New Zealand, and, to a lesser extent, Chile, Argentina, South Africa and Australia. Here are some autumnal red wine …

Fine wine values from Chile MiamiHerald.com – Miami,FL,USA ”Chile was never a big wine-drinking country like Argentina,” Poisson says. “They drink beer or pisco or boxed wines.” Chile’s loss is our gain. …

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Village Wine Cellar Presents: Mendel, Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina Nov 07, 2008 (Fri): Complimentary Wine Tastings every Wednesday and Friday betwen 1 – 7 pm. We also offer a 10% discount on wines tasted day of tasting.[...] Scottsdale Wine Tasting and Dinners… - http://www.localwineevents.com/Scottsdale-Wine/

Where are the Wine Bargains? By jpatterson Right now, you’ll get the best value out of wines from Chile and Argentina. Their well-made wines at all price points are clean, fresh, varietally correct and well-balanced, with bright fruit and zippy acidity. … Voices On Food - http://www.hillers.com/voices-blog

Gallery Day – Free Winetasting 10 wines under $10 Oct 18, 2008 (Sat): We’re tasting wine and taking orders…Taste up to 10 great wines that are retail priced $10 or less. Here’ s chance to try a variety of great wine from Spain, Italy, Germany, Argentina and Chile that are pleasing to … Milwaukee Wine Tasting and Dinners… - http://www.localwineevents.com/Milwaukee-Wine/

Teatro Ciego a Treat for (Nearly) All Senses By Gwen E. Kirby Ku Restaurant in San Martin de los Andes, a True Argentine Asado Experience; Cyclists Ride to Argentina to Fight Melanoma; Argentina Wins Six Trophies at International Wine Challenge; Argentine Food in Mar del Plata; El Tigre, Argentina … Argentina’s Travel Guide - http://argentinastravel.com

Stuff White People Like – #24 Wine By Ryan Monahan(Ryan Monahan) It is also a good idea to say that your favorite wine is from a small winery called [make up name like 'Spotswood,' 'Red Duck,' Random Spanish name] in [Australia, Argentina, France, California, or Chile] that is hard to get in whatever … It’s An Ocean – http://www.itsanocean.com/

Having an AWESOME week! By benhogue(benhogue) We are off to Mendoza(wine country) tonight. We have found people to be very accommodating to my lousy spanish. A policeman said it was bad. I keep trying and people try and help us out. Last night was a wonderful dinner with a Tango … Ben’s Adventures Abroad - http://benhogue.livejournal.com/

Epcot International Food & Wine Festival schedule for Saturday … By Scott Joseph 10:00 am WINE SEMINAR, Bodega Norton, Mendoza, Argentina, Presented by Alejandro Panighini 10:45 am CULINARY DEMONSTRATION, Lori Lyn Narlock Small Plates, Perfect Wines, Napa, CA 10:45 am BOTTLE SIGNING, Bodega Norton … Food. Drink. Other stuff. - http://scottjosephorlando.typepad.com/food_drink_other_stuff/

jay h.’s Review Of Lala’s Argentine Grill (4/5) on Yelp.com By Rick K. on Yelp(Rick K. on Yelp) Happiness is Chicken in Mushroom Cream Sauce (Al Champignon) served by a cute hot waiter speaking to you in Spanish while serving you a glass of red Argentinean wine. Heaven would be if that cute hot… Yelp – Rick’s friend’s recent… - http://www.yelp.com/user_details?userid=UzZtJAeqw59-UoiYKuNoRg

My Week Plus Of Sept. 29th-Oct 8th, 2008 In & Out Of Cleveland … By qynohtna(qynohtna) EMPSON wines ( Argentinean and Aussie, New Zealand – no Italians this time ) I attended a wonderful wedding of my college roommate’s daughter up in the verdant green rolling hills of West Virginia on a drop-dead gorgeous day for a … Chat Wine – http://chatwine.blogspot.com/

Three White Wines By orchidgrrl nyc(orchidgrrl nyc) It’s more an endurance feat than an enjoyable glass of wine. So I’m always hunting fresher chardonnays to pair with roast chicken and sometimes salmon, as the richness of those foods just cries for a rich wine complement. This Argentine … Too Much Information - http://orchidgrrlnyc.blogspot.com/

Wine Party: Final Close-out Sale of Season By costanichols Next week Katie Finn will join us representing Argentine producer, Zolo Winery. The week after, Paul Chatterton will return to complete the excursion through the Gallo properties but this time focusing on wineries the company owns out … Desert Wines and Spirits - http://www.desertwinesandspirits.com

Clos de Chacras: Cavas de Crianza Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 … By Jerrold This very small production wine won over the distiguished pallates of a panel of judges at the 2008 Argentine Wine Awards, winning the gold trophy for best Cabernet Sauvignon in show. Tasting notes:. A complex nose, with red and black … The Woodside Wine Appreciation Club - http://www.woodsidewine.com/

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A calendar of wine and beer tastings and events Tampabay.com – St. Petersburg,FL,USA Domestic and international wines from Augustan Wine Imports on Fri., Chilean and Argentinian wines on Sat. Free. (727) 321-2400. Wines Around the World: 5-8 …

Corkheads: Celebrate the fruit of the vine this Yom Kippur Alameda Times-Star – Alameda,CA,USA … the flavors of Argentine Malbec are close to the wines of Bordeaux, and I’m a huge fan. This wine is young; dark purple and medium-bodied, with soft, …

Viaje Por Las Bodegas de Argentina – Atrip Through Argentina’s … Viaje Por Las Bodegas de Argentina – Atrip Through Argentina’s Wineries. by Silvina Minkevich Published in January 2005, Imagen Nativa Ediciones …

More tidbits from Epcot’s Food & Wine Festival Theme Park Rangers – Orlando,FL,USA A beef and corn casserole at Argentina was a bargain at $3.75. Very tasty with big hunks of meat, and quite filling. * Ditto for the empanada at Chile. …

Talking wine with Thief Wine OnMilwaukee.com – Milwaukee,USA For a more everyday bottle, the Maipe 2007 Malbec from Argentina drinks like it’s way more (expensive) than its $10 price. On the white side, …

Wine Matters: Market’s new wine wall offers clues to style San Antonio Express – San Antonio,TX,USA BELOW: Zolo Bonarda, from Argentina, is grouped with the “lush” wines on Central Market’s Grape Expectations wine wall. By John Griffin – Express-News …

Rediscover good Chardonnay this weekend Miramichi Leader – Miramichi,New Brunswick,Canada You can find many excellent Chardonnay wines from every wine producing country, including Canada, Chile, Australia, Argentina, Spain and Italy. …

O. Fournier Syrah Valle de Uco Mendoza – 2004 – 8.9 – James … O. Fournier, a Spanish winemaker, produces beautiful wines in Argentina. This Syrah is not an Australian Shiraz nor is it a French wine; it is a soulful …

O.Fournier As its vines will take ten to 15 years to mature to the quality it requires, Bodega y Viñedos O. Fournier is currently co-operating with local producers. …

6 reds with decent bang for 26 bucks Arizona Republic – Phoenix,AZ,USA 84 points 2007 La Boca Merlot, Mendoza, Argentina ($3.49) – The color is light with a purple hue. The aroma is young and grapey with snappy fruit. …

A message from WineLibrary.com Are you on Wine Library’s e-mail service? If not, you are missing out on the hottest new 90+ pointers at rock bottom prices! Log on to winelibrary.com to sign up for our daily offering or weekly recap today! One highly rated wine you may have missed: Don Nicanor Malbec 2005, a dark and sultry Argentinean red. Rated 91 points in Wine & Spirits, it’s just $12.99 a bottle on sale at Wine Library, a brilliant QPR option to open any night! Log on to place your order today … Click here for details!  http://www.wineloverspage.com/wineadvisor2/tswa20081001.php

Wine picks The Edmonton Journal Published: Wednesday, October 01 Luigi Bosca Malbec Reserva, Lujan de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina, 2005, $23. Memorable, elegant, full-bodied wine with layers of coffee, berries, pepper and fig on the nose. On the palate, cocoa and dark licorice framed in soft, sweet tannins. Aged 12 months in French barriques. Cellaring into 2010 will bring rewards. Will pair beautifully with roast or grilled red meat, venison and strong, pungent cheese.

A bang for your $7.45 Fuzion fires a frenzy at the LCBO Rod Phillips, The Ottawa Citizen Published: Sunday, October 05, 2008 A colleague told me last week he’d been in a “near-riot” at the main LCBO store at Rideau and King Edward. Noticing a commotion in one of the aisles, he found customers jostling to get their hands on bottles of Fuzion, the Argentinian Shiraz-Malbec blend recently added to the LCBO’s list. He managed to grab two bottles.

Pumpkin wine comes out a winner in Midwest show Posted by Bill Daley at 11:50 a.m. CDT An Illinois winery scored a Best in Show at the first annual Chicago & Midwest Wine Show in Rosemont on Monday

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TN : Altosur Malbec Rose 2008, Finca Sophenia SA, Tupungato, Argentina By ANDY CHEESE(ANDY CHEESE) “4000 feet high by the Argentine Andes” is the quote on the front label. All the grapes were hand-harvested by the end of February and beginning of March. The winemaker was Matias Michelini. This wine was imported by PrimeWine Sweden AB … WINE IN SWEDEN – http://winesweden.blogspot.com/

Tuesday October 07, 2008 – Zinfandel Wine By Austin Ramsey(Austin Ramsey) If you came to Argentina’s wine country to be one with the vineyards, you can’t get any closer than Cavas Wine Lodge. Being out in the countryside doesn’t involve making sacrifices, though, as the accommodations here are some of the … Blueberry Wine Information Blog – http://blueberry-wine-infoblogs-672.blogspot.com/

Argentinian Wine Dinner Enjoy four courses of Morton’s signature cuisine paired with fine Argentinian wines. Menu for the Evening Reception Petite Lamb Chops & Tenderloin on Crostini paired with Luigi Bosca Merlot Reserva First Course Spinach Salad with[...] Northern Virginia Wine Tasting… – http://www.localwineevents.com/Northern-Virginia-Wine/

Our dinner with Pablo. Meet Pablo Fallabrino, renowned owner and … Malbec is a great new Argentinean restaurant and Viedo de los Vientos’ wines have been paired with exceptional food. Event Details: Experience the best of Latin American wine and food. Weve made [...] Inland Empire Wine Tasting and… – http://www.localwineevents.com/Inland-Empire-Wine/

Argentina Heart & Soul The heart & soul of Argentina is its food, wine, and music. Taste dozens of Argentina wines and enjoy a spread of food, including Parilla-inspired BBQ. Dance to the fantastic Incendio – internationally acclaimed, latin guitar w[...] Tucson Wine Tasting and Dinners… – http://www.localwineevents.com/Tucson-Wine/

Tango Dancers Taste Wine in Buenos Aires By danielkarlin We had some clear favorites in this afternoon wine tasting. Not a surprise was Hom Sparkling and Don Juan Reserve, both from the Mendoza region of Argentina. Everyone left happily with bottles and is eager for us to start shipping to … Wine Tastings in Buenos Aires – http://tastingsinbuenosaires.wordpress.com/

Cool Weather Wines Oct 25, 2008 (Sat): Drop by any time this week from 6-8pm and taste our newest additions to our selection – all perfect for this cooler, Fall weather! Tonight’s selection is the 2006 Agua de Piedra Malbec Reserva from Mendoza, … New York City Wine Tasting and… – http://www.localwineevents.com/New-York-City-Wine/

Is now a good time to invest in wine? By BigCloud(BigCloud) Consistently over time, fine wine generally shows a return of around 12% per annum, although some bottles do much better than that. A case of 1982 Château Pétrus in 1983 would have cost £300 which currently fetch around £32000. … leisureblog – http://leisureblog.blogspot.com/

Felipe Rutini 2005 Merlot – Red Wine By admin Red Wine by Felipe Rutini from Argentina, South America. The grapes are sourced from the Arbolera district of the Tupungato region in Mendoza, high in the Andes Mountains, at an elevation of 3000 to 5000 feet above sea-level. … THE WINE MERCHANT – http://www.wine-merchant.us

Arts on Foot By DIY City … Karen Clark and Poppishop just to name a few. This marked the 16th anniversary of the Arts on Foot presented by Wines of Argentina. It incorporates visual art, music, theater, dance, film and creative cuisine. artsonfoot.org. DIY City Mag – http://diycitymag.com/themag

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Friday Buffet Chicagoist – Chicago,IL,USA October 8: If you enjoy wines from Argentina, check out the Argentinean Wine Dinner at La Madia. It’s a five course dinner by Chef and Certified Sommelier …

A few moments with Wine Library’s Gary Vaynerchuk before he hits … Theme Park Rangers – Orlando,FL,USA So Tommy Texas, who’s drank beer all his whole life, I want him to feel very comfortable in trying Spanish Red or trying an outback from Argentina without …

Southern Hemisphere grape supply and wine production – forecasts … PRMinds (press release) – Palaiseau,France … with each of the five main wine-producing countries – Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Argentina and Chile dealing with their own individual issues …

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Alto Pampas del Sur Mendoza Argentina By nobody@flickr.com (tedesco57 …back in town..) tedesco57 …back in town.. posted a photo:. Alto Pampas del Sur Mendoza Argentina. A fabulous wine discovered in our little hideaway in the English Lake District, fruity, soft goes well with meat and cheese… Uploads from tedesco57 …back in town.. – http://www.flickr.com/photos/tedesco57/

Wines Announced For Waco Hilton Mixer By wacowine Grown in the Mendoza Valley of Argentina, often called the “New Napa Valley.” Los Vascos Cabernet Sauvignon – An attractive ruby in color with a very red fruit nose and some chocolate and bay leaf touches. … Wine Society of Texas, Central… – http://wacowine.wordpress.com

A First Anniversary Celebration WINERIES: Argentina Lagarde, Mendoza Australia Yering Station, Yarra Valley Chile Vina La Rosa, Rapel Valley France Coudoulet de Beaucastel, Rhone Delaporte, Loire Domaine Weinb[...] North Jersey Wine Tasting and… – http://www.localwineevents.com/North-Jersey-Wine/

Colón, Entre Ríos, Argentina By Sand Think before buying wine here; Entre Ríos has its own wines, but locals would rather try a Malbec from Mendoza. For wine, head to the local “wine boutique” Yuca (San Martín at Balcarce), which coincidentally also has excellent dulce de … WhisperTrail – http://whispertrail.com

Tango Lessons and Argentine Wine at Vinideus in Beaumont Village Oct 10, 2008 (Fri): Bring a partner (suggested but not required) and take a beginning level Argentine tango lesson. Afterwards you can stay and relax to the music of Lew Jones. Have a bite to eat and a glass of wine (all that dancing … Portland Wine Tasting and Dinners… – http://www.localwineevents.com/Portland-Wine/

Bodega Los Cerrillos: Uruco 2006 – a sophisticated Argentine blend By Jerrold While many wine growers in Argentina are creating outstanding single varietals (well beyond Malbec), not as many are focusing on the art of blending. Bodega Los Cerrillos‘ most premium selection, the Uruco 2006 blend, is an shining … The Woodside Wine Appreciation Club – http://www.woodsidewine.com/

Terrazas de Los Andes Malbec Reserva 2006 RED Argentina By Wine Delivered Recently commended by London’s prestigious International Wine Challenge this sumptuous red is proof that Argentine Malbec is one of the great New World taste trips” (The Times) It’s crafted in the Andean foothills of the Mendoza region … Wine Delivered – http://www.wine-delivered.co.uk

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Winery in Santa Fe has a big month Houston Chronicle – United States Why: At present, the reds of Argentina deliver the biggest return on your wine investment. The Alma Negra is a collaboration of wine giants Ernesto Catena …

Wine and Rocktober on Central Oregon Coast Beach Connection – Manzanita,OR,USA Join shop owner Carrie Yano for tastes of her favorite wine. Saturday, October 18. South American Wines. Chile and Argentina have gained recognition in the …

Wine Q & A Pairings for pizza (and lots of people) Seattle Times – United States Try some inexpensive Cotes du Rhônes, Italian Chiantis, Spanish wines from the Jumilla region and Argentine Malbecs. Your white wines should be fresh and …

A bang for your $7.45 Ottawa Citizen – Ontario, Canada When you think of it that way, it’s a sort of miracle to find a wine from Argentina on the LCBO shelf for $7.45, especially when it’s as well made and …

Wine, dine and fill your mind BCLocalNews – Victoria,BC,Canada Participants will experience wines from places like Argentina, Chile, New Zealand and Canada paired with three gourmet courses. For more information or to …

Re-discover chardonnay wines Times and Transcript – Moncton,New Brunswick,Canada You can find many excellent chardonnay wines from every wine producing country, including Canada, Chile, Australia, Argentina, Spain and Italy. …

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Great Inexpensive Malbec from Argentina By hwh(hwh) As a matter of fact, many wine pundits will tell you Malbec is a nice wine “in between” a Cab and Merlot. I had a great inexpensive Malbec this week that you should try. Maipe, from the Mendoza region of Argentina, is a great bargain. … A Glass Half Full – http://hwh-breadcircuses.blogspot.com/

2007 Santa Julia Organica Torrontes By rsdrinks@gmail.com(rsdrinks@gmail.com) … from Mendoza, Argentina for about $10.99. It is a very pale, yellow-tinged color, but has a huge nose of peaches leaning toward peach schnapps. In the mouth, the wine was much more grounded in minerality and slightly effervescent. … Coffee Like Wine – http://coffeelikewine.blogspot.com/