Merlot is still one of the most produced varieties in Chile, and it still has its own section in most wine shops and supermarkets. However, it still flies under the radar of most wine lovers. Continue reading
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Wine Review: Loire vs. Chilean Sauvignon Blanc
Although Sauvignon Blanc is a consistent variety across continents and price ranges, there are several styles of Sauvignon Blanc. Let’s compare Chile vs. the Loire. Continue reading
Wine Review: 2022 Vintage in Chile
Is the 2022 vintage better than the 2018 vintage in Chile? Continue reading
Wine Review: Cabernet Comparison
Let’s compare Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa, Chile and Bordeaux. Continue reading
Wine Review: New World Riesling
Riesling continues to be undervalued among non-wine geeks, but I can’t get enough. Recently, I explored some New World Rieslings. Continue reading
Wine Review: South American v. Spanish Albariño
Albariño is becoming more popular in South America as producers look towards their Spanish roots. How do they compare to Spanish Albariño? Continue reading
Wine Review: Chilean Verdejo
With a rise in Spanish varieties being grown in Chile, I decided to look at the Spanish white variety Verdejo. 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: New Chilean Wine Regions
New producers and wines are popping up all the time in Chile. In addition, new regions and sub-regions for growing wines are also emerging. Continue reading