Argentine Wine: 10 Frequently Asked Questions

[VINO]

I love ALL things wine. I always get asked questions about wine in Argentina. These are the questions I get asked the most. This blog has them all answered:

HOW LONG HAS ARGENTINA BEEN PRODUCING WINE?​

Although Argentina is a New World producer, wine has been made in the country since 1551, when the first Jesuit missionaries arrived from Spain. The early vineyards, planted to produce wine for religious services, were located in what is now Santiago de Estero, but they didn’t fare very well. By the 17th century, vineyards were being planted in the west of the country, in the foothills of the Andes. In the 19th century, winemaking became a prominent industry in the Cuyo region, mainly Mendoza and San Juan, and Argentine wines were being exported to neighbouring countries.

10 Frequently Asked Questions About Argentine Wine

All the answers for the top 10 Frequently Asked Questions About Argentine Wine, its history, news and the most important facts.

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[FuturoBA]

Thanks for the write up. Not much of a wine drinker, but do enjoy what I have when I'm there.

 

[MikeYoung]

Thank you Vino. I didn't drink much wine before I moved here but every time I go to any locals they are always drinking it and I feel bad if I say no. Long story short, I'm a whino now! Don't know anything about it other than to know after a few glasses I get tipsy like like any other booze.. Ha.

 

[Flamingo]

Wow! I didn't know Argentina has been producing wine since 1551. Long time! They perfected it.

 

[VINO]

Big congrats to Argentina which has the most top ranked wineries in the world!

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[Larry]

Argentina has some of the best wines in the world and incredibly affordable compared to other countries.

 

[Vince]

Argentina has some of the best wines in the world and incredibly affordable compared to other countries.

I'm always amazed @Larry when I go home to NYC for the holidays how expensive wine is in restaurants there. It is difficult paying so much for wine after living in Argentina!

 

[VINO]

Here are some great Malbecs.

7 Delicious Argentine Malbecs That Are Perfect for Grilling Season

The varietal that originated in France now thrives in Argentina. We've tried the very best and here are our favorite Malbecs to buy now.

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[Vince]

Here are some great Malbecs.

7 Delicious Argentine Malbecs That Are Perfect for Grilling Season

The varietal that originated in France now thrives in Argentina. We've tried the very best and here are our favorite Malbecs to buy now.

robbreport.com

Here is also an article from La Nacion talking about some great Malbecs. Some less than 7,000 pesos.

Sommeliers Choice Awards: el mejor Malbec del mundo es argentino... ¡y cuesta menos de 7000 pesos!

Un tinto mendocino de la bodega Trapiche fue premiado en Chicago, en la edición 2024 de los Sommeliers Choice Awards: compitió con más de 1500 etiquetas de 30 países

www.lanacion.com.ar

 

[Surfer]

Trapiche Tesoro is excellent! That's one of the Malbecs I drink all the time.