The wines that were given these high scores by the US magazine are almost handcrafted: small productions, selected vineyards, extended macerations, and the use of French oak barrels: the best of the best for expert palates.
Archive for the ‘Awards’ Category
18 Trophies for Argentinian wines
March 3, 2010 by
The fourth consecutive edition of the Argentina Wine Awards, the country`s most important wine contest, has taken place with a record participation of 650 wine samples. The competition produced 18 Trophies, 30 gold medals, 182 silver medals and 260 bronze medals.
Gala nights with the presence of internationally renowned wine experts
March 3, 2010 by
After days of hard work tasting more than 650 wine samples behind closed doors, the international panel of Masters of Wine who participated as judges in the Argentina Wine Awards 2010 were honored first at Bodega Renacer, in Perdriel, and then at Piattelli Vineyards, in Agrelo, where the awards ceremony was held.
The great WineSur winners
March 3, 2010 by
Argentina Wine Awards 2010, Argentina`s most important contest, finished successfully. Several WineSur wineries received Trophies, Gold and Silver Medals. Through this special article, readers may know about the WineSur winners.
Argentina`s ten most expensive wines
February 17, 2010 by
These small, super exclusive consigments have positioned wineries within the elite of the wine business. Wine specialists explain what factors make bottle prices rise. Learn about the ranking and get to know this genuine “dream team.”
Large number of contest entries exceeds expectations
February 10, 2010 by
A record number of 650 wine samples were submitted to the fourth edition of the Argentina Wine Awards. And there are still more wineries on the waiting list.
The best new wines from Argentina
January 27, 2010 by
At the end of 2009, the famous US taster Stephen Tanzer tasted wines from more than 50 Argentinian producers. He rated these wines between 87 and 94 points. The best scores were achieved by Bodega Catena Zapata, Achával Ferrer, Viña Alicia, Poesía, Susana Balbo, Mendel and Noemia.
James Molesworth recommends Argentinian wines
January 27, 2010 by
Last December, James Molesworth -journalist of Wine Spectaror Insider- awarded thirteen wines from Argentina. Moreover, he recommended “hot wines”, those with the best price-quality ratio.
Sommeliers from Mendoza will participate in the International Wine Challenge
December 29, 2009 by
The fortunate sommeliers are Claudio Laciar and Leticia Saguan from Tres Paladares Sommeliers. They will be Argentina`s embassadors in the prestigious contest in April 2010.
The best Argentinian wines according to Wine Spectator
December 28, 2009 by
In the last edition of the most important US magazine, James Molesworth, Wines Spectator`s lead taster on wines of Argentina, proclaims that ‘all the foundations are in place’ for Argentina’s success in the US wine market. Through this article, WineSur provides readers with Wine Spectator`s recommended wines.
