Posts Tagged “Argentina”
Argentinian White. Familia Zuccardi was founded in 1963 and has become one of Argentina’s foremost wineries. It is now run by the third generation, with Sebastián Zuccardi at the helm. Tesco Finest Chenin Blanc Torrontes is a great example of their quality wine at a reasonable price. Fresh, aromatic character Tesco Finest Chenin Blanc Torrontes…
Summer Blush! It’s getting there! Summer is on the way and with that comes the prospect of al fresco entertaining. We look for wines with crowd appeal and beautiful impact in the glass. Trivento Reserve Malbec Rosé 2023 ticks the boxes. This pale blush-pink wine is crisp and refreshing. It’s perfect as an aperitif alongside…
A classy red. We all have a favourite wine and mine is Malbec. This 2021 Malbec Golden Reserve is a stylish all-rounder when paired with sumptuous meals for any time of year. Trivento Golden Reserve Malbec 2021 is produced from hand-picked grapes that are then made into a striking red which is a marvellous expression…
Clearly Unique. I am a lover of Malbec, but this was new to me. Trivento Argentina White Malbec 2023 is clear rather than having a yellow hue as do most white wines. Its simple label still boasts the Trivento metallic banner which is so recognisable. The Malbec grape is a thin-skinned fruit and mostly used…
Malbec for every occasion. Malbec is a striking purple grape variety used in making the most popular red wine in Argentina and beyond. The grapes have prominent tannins so prized in full-bodied red wines. Trivento 2022 Private Reserve is a solid expression of this style of wine. Malbec is a great wine for any time…
Edicion Limitada 2020. Known as the most important wine region in Argentina, Mendoza produces full-bodied red wines and is particularly known for its Malbec, which is my favourite of all red wines. Luigi Bosca de Sangre Malbec Edicion Limitada 2020 will likely turn the heads of many who have limited themselves to French offerings. The…
Lingering and full-bodied. The winery that today produces Luigi Bosca Cabernet Sauvignon was founded in 1901 by Leoncio Arizu, a Spanish citizen from Navarra who settled in Mendoza, Argentina, in 1890. Bodega Luigi Bosca is the country’s oldest family-owned winery. Today third and fourth generations of the Arizu family, Alberto Senior and Alberto Junior, both…
A Uco Valley Mendoza Gem. Known as the most important wine region in Argentina, Mendoza produces full-bodied red wines and is particularly known for its Malbec. Luigi Bosca de Sangre Malbec 2020 is a worthy ambassador. The winery that today produces Luigi Bosca wines was founded in 1901 by Leoncio Arizu, a Spanish citizen from…
Well, what is a Freggo? It was once a Freddo but changed its name when it opened a branch in London. Its origins are Argentinian and it fair oozes a certain je ne sais quoi …or whatever that is in Spanish. It’s an ice cream parlour, a sandwich bar, a café, a tea shop and…