Does Riesling have a future in Chile? Let’s compare a couple of Chilean Rieslings to an Alsatian Riesling to find out. Continue reading
Category: Reviews
Wine Review: Chile’s Best Pinot Noir?
In a previous post, I claimed Chile made the best bargain Pinot Noir in the world, but how are their higher-end Pinots? Continue reading
Wine Review: Chilean Carignan–My Proxy Italian Wine
I love Italian wine, but Chile doesn’t produce much of any Italian varietals, and imported Italian wine is hard to find and expensive. My solution during my 3+ years here: Chilean Carignan. Continue reading
Wine Review: Chileans Should Drink More Rosé – 2016 Maurizio Garibaldi Ayen Maipo
Why are there so few rosés in Chile? Continue reading
Wine Review: A piece of Bordeaux in Chile–Vina Aquitania Lazuli
Lovers of Bordeaux and Chilean Bordeaux varietal wines are already probably familiar with more ubiquitous labels like Los Vascos, owned by Chateau Lafite Rothschild and Escudo Rojo, owned by Chateau Mouton Rothschild. Another Bordeaux investment in Chile that I’ve already reviewed is Agricola Cuvelier from Chateau Leoville Poyferre. However, not enough Bordeaux lovers know about Vina Aquitania. Continue reading
Wine Review: 2 Southern Rhone Reds-The Gateway to the Old World
A while back we did a Southern Rhone vs. Chilean GSM (Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre) comparison. However, I still run into South Americans who have never tried Grenache dominated blends, let alone any wine from outside of South America. Therefore, I’m mixing it up with 2 French Southern Rhone wines. Continue reading
Wine Review: Fun Exploring 4 New Independent Producers
In our last post, I talked about how reputation and marketing can inflate the value of a wine. That’s why I like exploring new producers, new regions and lesser known varietals to try to find high quality bargains. Here are 4 new Chilean labels I’ve tried recently. Continue reading
Wine Review: Comparing Cheap vs. Expensive Los Boldos Cabernet Sauvignon
Is the more expensive wine worth it? Does terroir and winemaking matter that much? Let’s compare 2 differently priced bottles from the exact same producer, same region, same vintage, and same varietal. Why does one cost more? Continue reading
Pais: Chile’s Real National Grape
With a referendum in Chile about to take place, I’m calling for a referendum to elect Chile’s national wine. My vote: Pais. Continue reading
Wine Review: 2015 Garage Wine Co. Lot 72 Cabernet Franc Maule
If you think you know Chilean wines, then you must know about MOVI and one of its founders, Derek Mossman of the Garage Wine Company. Continue reading