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Myths and Facts in the Wine World

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Bradley

The next myth or fact that we are going to explore together is possibly the most common question that I come across during Buenos Aires wine tastings, because no matter if you are a wine rookie, have a fleeting interest … Continue reading →

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Tasting Wine From Argentina – Malbec Blends

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Bradley

Malbec has been the leader in wine from Argentina since… well… forever at this point. (Considering that forever means since about 1991 when Argentina first started exporting wine). A wine journalist asked me last night at a wine tasting in … Continue reading →

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Argentine Restaurant Review – Ox Restaurant Portland

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Bradley

It is nice to see that Argentine food is making its way into the United States slowly but surely. A few nights ago I had the pleasure of going to the Ox restaurant in Northeast Portland, Oregon to see what … Continue reading →

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Myths and Facts about Wine

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Bradley

This is an oldy but a goody and I have to admit, one that my father tends to subscribe to often: “You have to uncork the wine one hour before drinking to let it breathe and oxygenate . ” To … Continue reading →

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The Bonarda Varietal and 100% Bonarda Wine

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Bradley

Some wine experts, vintners, importers and wine makers are sure about the origin of the Bonarda coming from Argentina. Others are not. It depends on the article you read and the expert you talk to. Gabriel Blanco of Familia Blanco … Continue reading →

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Argentine Wine Review – Alamos Torrontes, Wines of Catena

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Bradley

Torrontes is a varietal that is still coming on the scene and is still not well understood. I feel like most buyers in the professional world who are making wine lists at restaurants, buying for cruise lines or theme parks … Continue reading →

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Argentine Wine Review – La Madrid Single Vineyard Reserve Bonarda

Posted on May 6, 2012 by Bradley

I love the Bonarda grape. Especially when it is done well. The Bonarda grape I am finding combines the best of several worlds (assuming it comes from a high enough altitude with enough sun exposure to create a low enough … Continue reading →

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Argentine Wine Tasting – Trapiche Oak Cask Cabernet 1997

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Bradley

Yeah, that’s right, 1997 vintage Trapiche Oak Cask Cabernet Sauvignon. At an Argentine wine tasting last night we got to try this along with many other wines from Mendoza… How was it? Disappointing. You always think that wine is meant … Continue reading →

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Argentina Wine Tasting – Tapiz Cabernet, Bodega Tapiz

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Bradley

When tasting wine in Buenos Aires one usually expects Malbec (and I hope after reading this Argentine wine tasting blog that you now expect to taste at least Torrontes and hopefully Bonarda at any authentic Argentine wine tasting!!). It is … Continue reading →

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Argentine Wine Review – Tapiz Torrontes, Bodega Tapiz

Posted on May 2, 2012 by Bradley

I had the pleasure of tasting this 100% Torrontes from the La Rioja province with some friends on a warm sunny day. I always find that Torrontes goes extremely well with the concept of a warm sunny day. The typical … Continue reading →

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