Time to go way beyond Chile for this post and explore Austria’s versatile white grape: Grüner Veltliner. Continue reading
Author: winediplomats
Wine Review: Chilean Cool Climate Coastal Syrah
Are you a fan of big, ripe, alcoholic Syrah or do you prefer Syrah with more freshness and herbaceous qualities? Continue reading
Wine Review: Alternative Spanish White Varieties
I’m trying out two lesser known Spanish white varieties that start with a “G.” Can you guess which ones I’m talking about? Continue reading
Charity Wines: Should we buy them?
All types of products, including wine, claim many things on their labels and in their advertising to show how ethical, healthy and good for the world they are. Often this is more marketing than reality. For wine, some claim to be organic, eco-friendly, and/or contributing to charities. I want to focus on the latter and examine if it’s something wine lovers should support. Continue reading
Wine Review: Chile’s Best Malbec?
Although Argentina is more famous for Malbec in South America, there are Chilean Malbecs worth seeking out. Last weekend, I got to try one of Chile’s most expensive Malbecs. Is it Chile’s best Malbec? Continue reading
Wine Review: Noble Late Harvest Wines–Chile v. France
After visiting Sauternes and Monbazillac in France recently, I wondered why there aren’t many Chilean late harvest wines with botrytis. I looked for one to compare with a Sauternes I brought back, but it wasn’t easy to find one. Continue reading
Wine Review: Chilean Portugais Bleu & Cesar Noir
Have you tried these 2 lesser known European varieties which can also be found in Chile? Like many other forgotten Chilean varieties, these were planted in Chile decades ago but got lost in the shuffle. Continue reading
Wine Review: Napa Sangiovese vs. Tuscany
Can a Napa Sangiovese quench my Italian wine cravings? We’ll find out. Continue reading
Wine Review: Chilean Tannat & Marselan
I’m back in Chile, so time to review some more Chilean wines since it’s been so long. It’s also winter here, so I decided to try 2 varieties that work well with heavier winter dishes like stew. Continue reading
Bordeaux Off the Beaten Path: Forgotten Grapes, Pirates & Robots
In addition to visiting some well-established Bordeaux chateaux and going beyond Bordeaux along the Dordogne, I decided to explore less orthodox Bordeaux producers who might be the future of the region: Château Cazebonne & Château Luchey-Halde. Continue reading