Pais is the wine varietal with the most history in Chile and all of the Americas (read about its 450+ year story here). However, before it came to the New World, it stopped at the Canary Islands. Continue reading
Category: Reviews
Wine Review: 2018–Vintage of the Century in Chile?
The 2018 vintage in Chile has been universally praised as extraordinary by producers and critics alike. I wanted to try a few easy-to-find wines that I had tasted in past vintages and see if their 2018 stood out. Continue reading
Wine Review: 2 Exotic Red Grapes in Chile
Have you ever tried Cesar Noir or Marselan red wines? Chile is not only a source of your favorite international grapes, but they also produce more obscure varietals too. Continue reading
Wine Review: Spanish v. Chilean Carignan (Cariñena)
How does Chilean Carignan compare to Carignan from its original home of Spain? Continue reading
Wine Review: Top Beaujolais Cru
Are you a fan of Beaujolais? I certainly appreciate Beaujolais, especially now that I’m in Chile where it’s hard to find. Continue reading
Wine Review: Viña Vik
I’ve been told that Chile is basically owned by around 20 large families, and that power structure certainly extends to the wine industry. That’s what makes the growth of small independent producers and the revival of Pais so amazing. Plus, there are new producers popping up all the time. In the case of Viña Vik, it’s quickly risen to the top in just around 15 years since its founding. Continue reading
Wine Review: Rare Carmenere Taste-off
Although Carmenere is now considered the national grape of Chile and is widely distributed globally, there is still Carmenere being made at the artisanal level worth exploring. Continue reading
Wine Review: Lebanese+Chilean Love Connection = Great Wine
What happens when a Belgian-Lebanese winemaker meets a Chilean sommelier and they decide to make their own wine? They create something beautiful and unique called Atomo. Continue reading
Wine Review: 2 Exotic Chilean Whites
Take a break from Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay–there are other Chilean white options out there to explore. Continue reading
Wine Review: Rare Reds from Provence
If you’re a wine explorer like me, try these two gems from Provence that are off the beaten track. Continue reading