Tag: pinot noir

Wine Review: Pinot Noir from the Americas

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Living in Chile, Chilean Pinot Noir is one of my go-to bargain wines, but I’m always open to tasting other contenders for best value Pinot and to comparing Chilean Pinot Noir to other regions.  Continue reading

Wine Review: Montes Sparkling Angel Brut

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Viña Montes is a popular producer that many people know and love. Their Montes Alpha line provides a lot bang for the buck while their Purple Angel and Folly are many people’s favorite Chilean wines. If you like these wines, then you should try their Sparkling Angel.  Continue reading

Wine Review: Wines of Northern Chile

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In the north of Chile lies the spectacular Atacama Desert, which is the oldest and driest desert in the world. This arid climate extends north past the border with Peru and south to the Coquimbo region. Despite the seemingly inhospitable climate, wine has been grown here since the 16th century.  Continue reading

Viñedos Herrera-Alvarado: Natural & Traditional Winemaking in Marga Marga

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Have you ever had wine from the Marga Marga Valley? What about wine fermented in leather? Or Cristal the grape? Then Herrera-Alvarado is your best choice to discover the Marga Marga. Continue reading