Wines of Argentina

Wines of Argentina are bound to have something you will enjoy. It doesn't matter whether your palate enjoys a dry wine, something a little sweet or even something rare or special. There is nothing like a full bodied wine to enjoy with food, friends, or just of an evening while you are winding down. And if you are a wine drinker at all you are always looking for something that is both delightful and indulgent. But making a good wine isn't always easy. In fact there are some factors that will really shape what enables a wine to turn out with a desiring and refreshing taste.

Soil, weather, and general outdoor environment are all important factors in how a wine will turn out. Typically, good wines come from areas that are often near larger bodies of water, where one will find rich soil and plenty of sunshine. This is just part of what makes Argentina a great place for producing wine. At the most southern tip of South America, Argentina takes up much of a peninsula that sits in the South Atlantic Ocean, and it is known for its warm weather. All those are conducive for making good wine. There are at least seven major regions for wine making in Argentina. Mendoza, San Juan, La Rioja, Salta, Catamarca, Neuquen, and Rio Negro.



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With an almost endless mix of landscapes, and strong soil these are ideal areas for growing grapes and producing good wines. Most of these regions can be found in the north western area of Argentina, down to the mid region. And like most countries that have a history of wine making, wines of Argentina have their own distinct characteristics. As mentioned before, weather and location are very important. And because of this, Argentina wines are in an environment with a weather system and location that typically insures that the wines will be clean and healthy.

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If you are looking for some indulgence into an Argentinean wine, try the rare 2005 Achaval Ferrer Finca Mirado Malbec. It costs a little, but it will be well worth it for this limited production treat. If you are looking for something more conservatively priced, check out another 2005 Argentinean wine, Terrazas de los Andes Reserva Malbec. It is a sweeter tasting wine and is noted for being good with the grill. A more moderate priced Argentinean wine is the 2004 Catena Alta Cabernet Sauvignon Mendoza. This is a well balanced, rich wine that is aged in French oak.



There are a lot of ways to be introduced to and enjoy great wines of Argentinean, but one of the best ways is by touring local wineries throughout Argentina. Traditional wineries such as Bodegas Santa Ana, Bodegas Catena Zapata, and Bodegas Crotta are just a couple of wineries where one could visit and taste amazing wine, while being surrounded by beautiful scenery of blue skies, rolling hills, and luscious prairies. Without a doubt, whether you are a first time consumer, or a long time connoisseur, wines of Argentina will have something that satisfy you.

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