Wine Republic: Argentina

Altos Las Hormigas Bonarda Colonia Las Liebres 2007
This usually sturdy grape gets the soft, fruity treatment from one of Argentina’s most respected wineries. Ripe and dense, it has surprisingly warm tannins. $30

Domaine St. Diego Paradigma 2006
60% Malbec, 20% Cabernet Franc and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. Bright red color, loaded with earthy notes and smoke, soft red fruits of white cherry, cranberry and plum. $35

Mil Piedras Sangiovese 2005
A seductive aroma of ripe, jammy fruit with a subtle hint of white chocolate. This Italian grape has found its home in the Uco Valley producing a delicate, dry wine with good body and crisp acidity. $25

Tapiz Sauvignon Blanc 2007
Despite Mendoza’s constant sunshine, the area is producing some excellent acidic whites and this is one of the best. Strong hints of gooseberry and guava. $35 Carinae Prestige 2007

This delicious blend of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah is rich in complexity and has hints of chocolate and caramel. It has an incredible long finish and round, full body. $150

Prodigo Malbec Reserva 2004
Italian winemaker Alessandro Speri is producing a deliciousMalbec with an intense floralnose and hints of chocolate and vanilla. $65

 

 

 

 

Finca La Celia Cabernet Franc 2004
Very dark with violet hue,concentrated black fruit, blackberries, blueberries, a bit of currant and spice, mint and a touch of alcohol on thenose. A velvety texture with light tannins. $40

 

 

Urban Uco Sauvignon Blanc 2007
Grassy, floral and acidic, with refreshing clean notes of citrus and sweet apricots. The potent fruit flavors burst forth
highlighting the delicacy of the grape. $30

 

OcchioVerde Merlot 2007
Round-bodied and silky, this Merlot comes from organic vineyards in the stunning Valle de Uco. Occhioverde is Italian for green eye, revealing the owner’s Italian roots and concern for the environment. $25

 

 

 

Melipal Reserva Malbec 2006
Intense ruby red with almost black hints and luscious aromas of over ripe black currants and cooked plums. This complex, full-bodied wine has sweet tannins and along persistent finish. Decant before drinking. $133

 

 

Ruca Malen Kinien 2006

Ruby red colour with spicy aromas and a delicate touch of pepper among an array of plums, blackberries and
cherries. Maturation in French oak barrels provides smokey flavours with vanilla and chocolate overtones. $95