Is Uruguayan Tannat old hat?
Written for Around the World in 80 Harvests The tiny South American country is synonymous with this plucky variety that was first brought to its shores by Basque settler Pascual Harriague in 1870. Since then it has dominated Uruguay’s wine scene, accounting for up to 50% of plantations at its peak. “Why Tannat?”, you might ask. […]
Top 5 wines from Patagonia
Recently I’ve been down south exploring the gorgeous wilderness of Patagonia, which definitely needs to be on everyone’s bucket list. At the same time, I’ve been exploring the wine lists and cellars of various dining establishments and here are five fabulous wines to try. Bodega Chacra, Pinot Noir This boutique production winery makes a beautifully […]
