Wines of Argentina
Argentina has for a long time been known for its generous, gutsy reds, but now you can add a plethora of other adjectives, including supple, elegant, concentrated and fine. They really have come an extremely long way. What they have achieved with the Malbec grape, in terms of both its notoriety and the sheer level of flavour concentration, is remarkable. Indeed, it is Malbec`s robust brambly quality they favour at home in Argentina with their rich, succulent meats, and especially with beef. Much more so than Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo and any of the other emerging styles, though Malbec as a blend with Bonarda or Corvina is catching on. Some good whites are being produced there too, fairly full-bodied Chardonnays and full-flavoured Sauvignon Blancs. They have become increasingly popular in Argentina as the quality has improved, and they will do much the same job for food as their European equivalents. Right now wines from Argentina represent some of the best value wines available in our shops.
White
- Amalaya Torrontes Riesling, Salta 2012 £9.99
- Vida Organica Torrontes, Mendoza 2011 £9.99
- Terrazas Reserve Torrontes, Mendoza 2010 £13.99
- Urban Torrontes, Salta 2011 £8.99
Red
- La Linda Malbec, Mendoza 2011 £9.99
- Kaiken Malbec, Mendoza 2010 £9.99
- Altos Las Hormigas Malbec Clasico 2011 £13.99
- Alfa Crux Blend, 2004 £29.99
- Cheval des Andes, Mendoza 2006 £57.00
- Nieto Senetiner Malbec Reserva, Mendoza 2011 £10.99
- Trapiche Broquel Cabernet Franc, Mendoza 2009 £16.99
- Trapiche Iscay Merlot Malbec, Mendoza 2006 £33.99
- Terrazas Afincado Malbec, Mendoza 2006 £36.99
- Terrazas Reserve Malbec, Mendoza 2008 £13.99
- Vida Organica Sangiovese Bonarda, Mendoza 2011 £9.99
- Alfa Crux Malbec, Mendoza 2007 £33.99
- B Crux, Mendoza 2007 £18.99
- Finca Los Primos Malbec, San Rafael 2011 £9.99
Rose
Sparkling
Sweet