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Malbec

The Best Wines of Argentina: Andeluna Cellars 2010 Malbec & HAPPY BELATED WORLD MALBEC DAY!!!

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Cara

I am terrible with remembering dates; be it birthdays, anniversaries, appointments or even today’s date, I am sure to forget. Thank goodness for modern day technology and automatic reminders that sporadically pop up on my iPad, Skype and the ever … Continue reading →

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The Origin of Malbec

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Bradley

Malbec is originally from France where legend has it, it was originally sourced and planted by a Hungarian peasant. Malbec has also accrued the names; ‘Cot Noir’ in Cahors or ‘The black grape of Cahors’, Auxerrios in Alsace, whilst maintaining … Continue reading →

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Weekly Wine News – September 11th

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Alan

Dear Fellow Drinkers of the Nectar of the Gods, As I do every week, I compiled a list of recent wine-related articles that I have read in the last week here. Reuters Video:  French winemakers are using satellite technology to gauge … Continue reading →

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Best Wines of Argentina: Wine Review, Malbec Roble 2006, Bodega Secreto Patagonico

Posted on August 4, 2012 by Cara

Next up on the chopping board for my mini-terroir Argentina wine tasting project (please refer to my previous blog if you have no idea what I am talking about) is a wine from deep down south of Argentina; a mystical … Continue reading →

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Caluna Blend Wine from Argentina

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Sarah

One of my favorite wines to serve of late in our wine tastings in Buenos Aires, Argentina is the Caluna Blend, a blend of 48% Malbec, 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 10% Merlot. It has become an easy best-seller in just … Continue reading →

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Geography, Globalization, and Argentina’s rise on the International Wine Scene

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Daniel Karlin

Immigration has heavily influenced Argentina’s path toward cultural and economic identity throughout its history. Wine is certainly not separated from this fact. Europe, and most particularly France, experienced what is known as the phylloxera epidemic in the mid 19th century. … Continue reading →

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First Impressions of Argentine Malbec

Posted on June 6, 2011 by Bradley

When I began to learn about Argentinean wines it did not take me long to discover that the grape varietal for which Argentina is most renowned is the Malbec. Educating myself on wine in Argentina, it was hard to read … Continue reading →

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“Have you already started drinking? No! It’s just my scent!”

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Bradley

The Argentinean Malbec; A global icon known for its complex aromas, robust and fruity flavors and a staple with a great steak dinner. Many fall in love with the Malbec long before arriving at an Anuva Wines tasting yet for … Continue reading →

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Argentine Wine Receives More Praise

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Bradley

In the most recent edition of Wine Spectator magazine, there was a great article written by Nathan Wesley about the amazing price to quality ratio of Argentine wine, and how not only is Argentine Malbec being awarded high ratings, but … Continue reading →

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Carnival in Buenos Aires

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Bradley

When people think of Carnival celebrations, most people automatically think of the huge and famous parades and parties in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Venice, Italy. However, you might be interested to know that here in Argentina, Carnival is a … Continue reading →

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