Most of you are familiar with Argentinian Malbec, but how does it compare to Malbec from its original home in France? In addition, where does Chilean Malbec fit in? Continue reading
Month: July 2020
Wine Review: 2018 San Pedro Tayu 1865 Pinot Noir Malleco
The largest group of indigenous peoples living in Chile are the Mapuche. Despite being part of Chile’s mixed ethnic make-up and culture, many Mapuche communities still struggle for autonomy and rights. That’s why I was fascinated to see this wine project between the Mapuche of Buchahueico and Vina San Pedro. Continue reading
Wine Review: Undurraga Suprême Extra Brut Espumante Leyda
Did you know that Chile also makes sparkling wines called Espumante? How does this Undurraga Extra Brut made in the traditional method taste? Continue reading
Wine Review: 2 Boutique Wines (2 Vinos de Autor)
Despite having tasted hundreds of different Chilean wines, there are still producers I haven’t tried and new producers popping up. How do these 2 boutique wines measure up? Continue reading
Review: Lapostolle Pisco
Famous for its Clos Apalta and other wines, did you know that Lapostolle also makes pisco? Continue reading
Wine Review: 2018 Undurraga T.H. Carignan Maule
If you haven’t tried Undurraga’s T.H. series or Chilean Carignan, you’re missing out. It’s a great price for a small production terroir-driven wine. Continue reading
Wine Review: 2015 Viña von Siebenthal Parcela #7 Gran Reserva Aconcagua
Have you tried this Bordeaux blend made by a Swiss lawyer in the Aconcagua Valley of Chile? Continue reading
Wine Review: French vs. Chilean Cabernet Franc
In honor of the 14th of July, I’m going to compare a French Loire Valley Cabernet Franc vs. a Chilean Cabernet Franc from Limari. Continue reading
Cork: To Sniff or Not to Sniff
Corks: To Sniff or Not to Sniff
That is the question… Continue reading
Wine Review: 2 Smaller Labels of Big Wineries
Check out these two lesser known labels of two large wineries. Continue reading