South American Wines

Argentina

Wines from Argentina—like many wines from South America–have their roots in Spain. As one wine expert said of their wine. “Argentina is like a sleeping giant that by the end of the 20^th century was finally waking up. Today, Argentina is the 5^th largest producer of wines in the world, with more than 1,500 wineries in the country.

• Domaine Bousquet 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon
  Tupungato Valley
  90 Points Wine Spectator -Organic Grapes
• Alhambra Reserva 2012 Single Vineyard Blend
  Malbec/Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot
  Uco Valley

Chile

Chilean wine production dates back to the 16^th century. Today, the South American country has more than 70 wineries and is the 5^th largest exporter of wines in the world. There are more than 20 varieties of grapes grown in Chile. Most are originated from France and Spain. Cabernet Sauvignon is the most popular grape, yielding a distinctive style that makes for an easy drinking wine with soft tannins along with black currant, mint, smoke and olive flavors.

• Mahu 2013 Sauvignon Blanc
  Casablanca Valley
• Bodega Volcane 2013 Pinot Noir
  D.O. Maipo Valley
  Summit 2900