
Alejandro Iglesias
Alejandro Iglesias was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, to a family where gastronomy and wine always occupied leading roles. In 2004, he changed his career as a Financial Adviser to begin his studies at the Argentine School of Sommeliers. Since then, he has worked as a wine writer for several Argentine and international media publications, as well as being a Decanter contributor. As a wine educator, he teaches classes in Argentina, Uruguay, Panama and Costa Rica. Since 2010 he has been the Executive Sommelier at Bonvivir, the largest wine club in Argentina and in 2013 he launched Vinomanos.com, the first Argentine wine app. As a member of the Argentine Sommeliers Association (AAS), he participated in the organising committee of the Best Sommelier Competition in Mendoza, Argentina. Alejandro Iglesias was a judge at the 2019 Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA).
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Expert’s Choice: South America’s premium red blends
The continent's unsung heroes...
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Chile’s 2024 harvest: Yields lower but quality high
Alejandro Iglesias talks to the country's leading winemakers...
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Argentina harvest 2024: Another unusual year, but excellent quality
The 2024 harvest in Argentina was once again extremely challenging...
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Uruguay harvest report 2024: Expressive white wines and Pinot Noirs
Alejandro Iglesias talks to the country's leading winemakers...
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Bodegas Caro: An interview with Saskia de Rothschild and Laura Catena
Bodegas Caro was founded in 1999 between two highly renowned winemaking families...
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High-altitude Malbec: Top 20 to seek out
Understanding high-altitude terroirs and the effect they have on Argentina's Malbecs...
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Paraje Altamira: The Geographic Indication that transformed Argentina’s terroirs & 20 wines tasted
The Mendoza sub-region that continues to break new ground...
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Chile harvest report 2023: ‘A year that kept you on your toes’
Low yields but high quality in an exceptionally hot year...
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Argentina harvest report 2023: ‘Low yields but with unprecedented balance’
Winemakers report lower yields but high quality...
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Uruguay harvest report 2023: Low yields but high quality
The country’s most severe drought in 50 years led to lower quantities of very healthy grapes, with red wines looking particularly promising.
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Catena Zapata opens exclusive new restaurant
A restaurant where wine takes the lead...
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Peru: get to know the wines and regions
Learn more about Peruvian wines...
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South American Pinot Noir: 20 to try
Top bottles from Chile, Argentina and Uruguay...
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Get to know the wines of Argentina in 10 labels
Great bottles that showcase the latest trends...
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Chile harvest report 2022: ‘a challenging year in terms of climate’
A vintage of water shortage and low yields...
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Argentina harvest report 2022: ‘wines with excellent ageing potential’
The latest in a string of good vintages, 2022 still presented challenges for winemakers. Alejandro Iglesias reports on the conditions in Mendoza’s Uco Valley, San Juan, the Calchaquí Valleys and Patagonia.
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Uruguay harvest report 2022: ‘A changeable year’
The country's leading winemakers give their verdict...
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The great potential of South American Bordeaux blends: 22 essential wines
The 22 wines worth seeking out...
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South American Cabernet Sauvignon: setting the standard
Plus 25 top Cabs worth seeking out...
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Argentina harvest 2021 report: ‘Extraordinary and surprisingly healthy’
Producers in Argentina are heralding a successful vintage
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Uco Valley wines: 12 essential ones to try
A region that both fine wine lovers and budget-conscious shoppers need to know.
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South American Cabernet Franc: Expert’s choice
Top Cab Francs from Argentina, Chile and Uruguay
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2020: A South American harvest that won’t be forgotten
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Argentina: my top 25
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