How it Started
Like most good stories, this one starts on eBay. After a lifetime and career in Georgia, I was missing the big open skies of the West, where I had grown up. I stumbled upon a farm in San Rafael, Argentina. It was idyllic: abundant water, vast vistas, ancient olive trees. Upon arrival, the farm had already been sold...
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Starting a winery has not been easy...
The industry itself is built to push out newcomers. Big wine has figured out distribution, legality, fulfillment, etc. You wouldn't believe how many hoops you need to jump through. I've...
Starting a winery has not been easy...
The industry itself is built to push out newcomers. Big wine has figured out distribution, legality, fulfillment, etc. You wouldn't believe how many hoops you need to jump through. I've...
Cultural quirks at the beach
The beaches of Argentina are normally quite hectic—aside from the wind and the crashing gray Atlantic waves —there’s the tejo games, which is like a wooden disc form of bocce...
Cultural quirks at the beach
The beaches of Argentina are normally quite hectic—aside from the wind and the crashing gray Atlantic waves —there’s the tejo games, which is like a wooden disc form of bocce...
Why are high alcohol wines disappearing?
High-alcohol wines used to dominate with their bold flavors and rich textures. But today, lighter, fresher styles are taking over. What changed? Let’s explore: In the 2000s, wines with 15%...
Why are high alcohol wines disappearing?
High-alcohol wines used to dominate with their bold flavors and rich textures. But today, lighter, fresher styles are taking over. What changed? Let’s explore: In the 2000s, wines with 15%...
That one bottle...
Something my sons and I used to do when we first came to Argentina. Play a little game of "best wine for the price."We'd go to our local shop and...
That one bottle...
Something my sons and I used to do when we first came to Argentina. Play a little game of "best wine for the price."We'd go to our local shop and...
A celebration of fire, flavor, and community.
The traditional Argentine asado is a celebration of fire, flavor, and community. At its heart are two iconic cuts: chorizo and costilla (ribs). Chorizo, a juicy, flavorful sausage, is often...
A celebration of fire, flavor, and community.
The traditional Argentine asado is a celebration of fire, flavor, and community. At its heart are two iconic cuts: chorizo and costilla (ribs). Chorizo, a juicy, flavorful sausage, is often...
