Take any of these to a dinner party: 19 wines under $20 from Argentina, Australia, Chile, New Zealand, and South Africa. Entry-level bottlings from top estates like Torbreck, plus Mediterranean varieties from Ricca Terra and old-vine País from Cachapoal.
Read MoreAcross Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, and beyond, a new generation of winemakers is redefining what the region’s wines can be—balancing deep-rooted tradition with modern precision and a profound respect for place. From the windswept plains of Patagonia to the sun-soaked valleys of Mendoza and Colchagua, South American wines have never been more exciting, delicious, or collectible. In this issue, we explore the incredible diversity and value this continent has to offer.
Read MoreThe quality of South American wines has never been higher. With significant investment in vineyard management, cutting-edge winemaking technology, and a strong commitment to sustainable practices that highlight each site's unique terroir, today’s wines from the region are truly exceptional. The most collectible bottles are better than ever, and even at the value end of the market, there are incredible finds that shouldn’t be missed.
Read MoreBodega Chacra is not your average Argentine winery. Nestled in the remote Río Negro Valley of northern Patagonia, this biodynamic estate has quietly redefined what’s possible in South American winemaking—especially with Pinot Noir.
Read MoreSide streets are always the most fun to travel. When I am traveling without an agenda, my favorite thing to do is to start wandering. There is no better way to take in a new (or old) city than to choose a direction and just go. I find that my approach to wine is similar. I love exploring and learning—it is one of the best things about wine that there are always new things to discover or a new way to approach an old favorite. Below are just a couple of off the beaten path wines from South America.
Read MoreThe wines from El Enemigo are some of the very best from Argentina—and, I would say, in the world. The easiest way for me to justify this statement is to make a sports comparison. When athletes are at the pinnacle of their sport, they make what they do seem effortless and simple. And the very best can take that to the next level—to me, it is almost like magic. All the wines from El Enemigo are like that for me, they are elite!
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