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South America
Foreigners may think of South America as being mostly tropical
rainforest, but it is so vast that many countries have spots suitable
for wine.
Chile is the main producer of quality wine at the moment, and every
year the flavours get better. Argentina may in the long run have even
greater potential. Brazil makes a lot of wine as well though not much
exported, and even Peru boasts some vineyards.
Names to look for on Chilean labels:
- Grapes include Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Cabernet
Sauvignon, Merlot and Pinot Noir.
- The Central Valley is the main wine area and is subdivided into
smaller areas.
- Of these, Maipo makes excellent Cabernet, Curico good Chardonnay
and Casablanca terrific Sauvignon Blanc.
- Wines styles vary depending on climate, but are usually less
juicy than Australian wines.
Top South American Wine Makers :
- The wines of the Andes mountains have made Chile and Argentina
standouts for theproduction of South American wines.
- Not many people have
experience with South American wines, so if you want to treat your
palate to some standouts, try wines by the Cuvelier Los Andes Coleccion,
Colome Malbec Estate, and Bodega Salentein.
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