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Argentina is the fifth-largest producer of wine in the world. Three-quarters of this comes from Mendoza, making it one of the most productive wine regions on earth. It outstrips Bordeaux with ease and, ironically, does so with a grape that is native to the great French region but almost extinct there. This is Malbec, and along with Chardonnay, it is spearheading Mendoza's assault on the international scene.
A delicious sparkling Malbec, deep rose in colour with aromas of red fruit, predominantly strawberries and cherries. Light, slighly dry, yet fresh on ... Read More
A delicious sparkling Malbec, deep rose in colour with aromas of red fruit, predominantly strawberries and cherries. Light, slighly dry, yet fresh on ... Read More
A full-bodied, fruit-driven wine with a strong backbone of blackberry and cassis, mouth-covering tannins and a long finish. Best when paired with rich... Read More
A full-bodied, fruit-driven wine with a strong backbone of blackberry and cassis, mouth-covering tannins and a long finish. Best when paired with rich... Read More
A rich, dynamic wine with ripe dark fruit, plums and raisin flavours supported by well integrated tannins and bags of complexity. The finish is clean,... Read More
A rich, dynamic wine with ripe dark fruit, plums and raisin flavours supported by well integrated tannins and bags of complexity. The finish is clean,... Read More
A richly balanced wine with stunning richness and depth of flavour. Creamy notes of honey and soft herbal hints with a persistent long finish. Read More
A richly balanced wine with stunning richness and depth of flavour. Creamy notes of honey and soft herbal hints with a persistent long finish. Read More
An intense and complex wine which shows ample ripe red currant fruit laced with sweet spice and vanilla. Elegant and well balanced with a long, linger... Read More
An intense and complex wine which shows ample ripe red currant fruit laced with sweet spice and vanilla. Elegant and well balanced with a long, linger... Read More
This is what Argentinian Malbec is all about; rich and full with gentle spice and a silky smooth palate. Good fruit concentration brings bags of black... Read More
This is what Argentinian Malbec is all about; rich and full with gentle spice and a silky smooth palate. Good fruit concentration brings bags of black... Read More
Bright ruby red colour, with medium intensity. Intense aromas of raspberries and cherries, with mint notes. Medium-bodied wine with soft, silky tannin... Read More
Bright ruby red colour, with medium intensity. Intense aromas of raspberries and cherries, with mint notes. Medium-bodied wine with soft, silky tannin... Read More
Deep ruby color with purple hints. Classic varietal aromas of black fruits, spices and a hint of vanilla scented oak. A range of layered flavors inclu... Read More
Deep ruby color with purple hints. Classic varietal aromas of black fruits, spices and a hint of vanilla scented oak. A range of layered flavors inclu... Read More
The vibrant aroma has generous floral notes which carry through to a palate that brings a splash of stone fruit flavour. The finish is dry with super... Read More
The vibrant aroma has generous floral notes which carry through to a palate that brings a splash of stone fruit flavour. The finish is dry with super... Read More
Rich and strong aromas, including scents of ripe fruits, plums, black cherry, blackcurrant, chocolate and violets. Well balanced acidity and a long fi... Read More
Rich and strong aromas, including scents of ripe fruits, plums, black cherry, blackcurrant, chocolate and violets. Well balanced acidity and a long fi... Read More
Deep purple color with aromas of red fruits, chocolate and coffee beans. Red and black cherry flavours with scents of flower. Very nice fresh oak on t... Read More
Deep purple color with aromas of red fruits, chocolate and coffee beans. Red and black cherry flavours with scents of flower. Very nice fresh oak on t... Read More
Medium to full-bodied blend which draws rich black cherry flavours from the Malbec and spicy, peppery undertones from the Shiraz. Try with a steak or ... Read More
Medium to full-bodied blend which draws rich black cherry flavours from the Malbec and spicy, peppery undertones from the Shiraz. Try with a steak or ... Read More
This is a delicious attractive wine. Quite full on the palate with notes of damson and plum fruits. Soft and rounded with a light toasty character. Read More
This is a delicious attractive wine. Quite full on the palate with notes of damson and plum fruits. Soft and rounded with a light toasty character. Read More
Mendoza has established a reputation for rich, robust red wines made approachable by the influence of oak. The whites have traditionally been light and fragrant, with the Torrontés grape excelling at this style, but the ever willing Chardonnay can be coaxed to greater depths. Both red and white wines represent excellent value for money, though only the very best, as yet, possess the capacity for ageing.
Key Vines
For red wines, Malbec has almost single-handedly carved out a market for Mendoza in the world market. It has been crucial to Argentina's success and will deservedly remain so. Cabernet Sauvignon has also been a triumph, whilst Merlot, Shiraz, Sangiovese, Bonarda and even Pinot Noir are meeting with exciting results. Chardonnay has found a natural home high up in the foothills of the Andes, and Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Pinot Grigio and Viognier are all doing well. It is Torrontés, however, that promises to give Argentina a signature white grape.
Climate and Conditions
The vineyards of Mendoza are closer to Santiago in Chile than they are to Buenos Aires, but they are on the opposite side of the Andes and, aside from the need to channel meltwater for irrigation, conditions are very different. Without the cooling influence of the Pacific Ocean, the Argentinian side of the Andes is much hotter. Altitude is used to counter this and vineyards are often planted at well over a thousand metres. This is a trend that continues and significant micro-climates are constantly being discovered at these heights.