Although everyone thinks of Malbec when they think of Argentinian wine, there are other red varieties worth trying out. Continue reading
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Wine Review: Other Labels of Icons
When you’re a wine geek on a small budget, how can you experience some of the most expensive and iconic wines in the world? Continue reading
Wine Review: Top Down Under Wines
It’s the third year anniversary of the blog, so I decided to celebrate by opening some top wines from Australia and New Zealand. Continue reading
Wine Review: Chilean v. French Marsanne
Marsanne is best known as a white Rhone variety, but how does it do in Chile? Continue reading
Wine Review: Chilean Viognier v. French
I’m taking another look at Chilean Viognier and comparing it to a Viognier blend from France, its original home. Continue reading
Wine Review: Comparing Syrah from Chile, France & California
How does Chilean Syrah compare to two other major Syrah producing regions? Continue reading
Wine Review: Uniquely Made Chilean Whites
I found two uniquely made Chilean whites. The first is a one-of-a-kind white, fermented with a type of yeast normally only used for sake. The other uses uncommon varieties to make a skin-contact white. 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: Chilean GSM vs. French GSM
Over the course of the week, I tried two GSM blends: one from the Rhone Valley in France and one from Chile. Which one was better? Continue reading