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South America

Chilean Pinot Noir: panel tasting results

'There are excellent wines, and some bargains to be had...'

By Peter Richards MW Published 16 September 21
Premium Argentinian Malbec: panel tasting results

87 wines tasted...

By Alistair Cooper MW Published 8 September 21
South American Cabernet Sauvignon: setting the standard

Plus 25 top Cabs worth seeking out...

By Alejandro Iglesias Published 7 September 21
A drink with… Dr Laura Catena

'Winemaking is art and science – and medicine is too,' says Catena.

By Julie Sheppard Published 2 September 21
South American trendsetters: five names to know

Behind the producers and wines to know...

By Patricio Tapia Last updated 1 September 21

Decanter magazine latest issue: October 2021

See what's inside the latest issue of Decanter magazine and the Decanter World Wine Awards 2021 supplement...

By Alex Layton Published 1 September 21
Altair – star quality

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By Decanter Staff Published 10 August 21
A perfect pairing: Mussel soup

Two wine styles to perfectly match this quick and easy mussel soup recipe....

By Raul Diaz Last updated 15 July 21
Anson: New Catena Institute study shows the value of terroir

Jane Anson reflects on why our understanding of terroir is so important...

By Jane Anson Published 8 July 21
Bodega Argento: organic champion

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By Decanter Staff Published 4 June 21
Argentina harvest 2021 report: ‘Extraordinary and surprisingly healthy’

Producers in Argentina are heralding a successful vintage

By Alejandro Iglesias Published 27 May 21

Lockdown 2020 drinking trends: Argentinian wines, rosé and ready-to-drink sales grow

The survey reveals key trends on drinking habits during 2020.

By Ellie Douglas Published 17 May 21
South American Chardonnay: 73 wines tasted blind

Quality is higher than ever...

By Amanda Barnes MW Published 13 May 21
Chardonnay in South America: panel tasting

The evolution of Chardonnay in South America has produced a number of different styles with the best showing character, minerality and freshness says Decanter's panel of judges.

By Patricio Tapia Last updated 13 May 21
Bodega Amalaya: hitting the heights

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By Decanter Staff Last updated 6 April 21
Producer profile: Escudo Rojo plus 8 wines to try

Established by Baron Philippe de Rothschild in 1999, this Chilean label blends French know-how with South American style. Julie Sheppard talks to winemaker Emmanuel Riffaud and recommends well-priced wines to try.

By Julie Sheppard Last updated 1 April 21
Argentinian producers age wine in the ocean

Two Argentinian producers have ventured out to the coast of Patagonia to age and make their wines in the Atlantic Ocean itself.

By Marina Gayan MW Last updated 22 February 21

Scientists reveal Malbec terroir secrets in Mendoza

Terroir leaves its calling card across vintages, finds Malbec study...

By Chris Mercer Published 9 February 21
Vineyard planted on Easter Island

Winemakers explore the potential for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in Chilean Polynesia

By Maximiliano Morales Published 8 February 21
Chile: 15 award-winning wines from the south

‘The south is the future for Chile’ says Peter Richards MW, Decanter World Wine Awards 2020 Regional Chair for Chile. Tasted and rated by the expert DWWA judges last August, discover which wines performed best...

By Olivia Mason Published 28 January 21
Treasure of Mendoza

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By Decanter Staff Published 22 January 21
Bodega Norton: celebrating 125 years plus latest wines tasted

Founded in 1895, Argentina’s Bodega Norton has a long history that reflects the evolution of the country’s wine industry. Decanter joins winemaker David Bonomi for a tasting of his latest high-altitude range and recommends top wines to try.

By Julie Sheppard Published 5 December 20
Uco Valley wines: 12 essential ones to try

A region that both fine wine lovers and budget-conscious shoppers need to know.

By Alejandro Iglesias Published 18 November 20

Vinoteca SOIL promotes DWWA 2019 award-winning wines in Argentina

Buenos Aires-based Vinoteca SOIL showcases an impressive 60 Argentinean medal winners from the 2019 Decanter World Wine Awards, offering visitors 20% off these award-winning wines.

By Olivia Mason Last updated 29 October 20
South American whites: a new era

South America is now the source of an exciting and diverse array of white wines...

By Dirceu Vianna Junior MW Last updated 5 October 20
Chile & Argentina: The Rise of Pinot Noir

Decanter World Wine Awards 2020 Regional Chairs Peter Richards MW and Paz Levinson comment on the continuous growth and potential of wines from Argentina and Chile, looking to Pinot Noir as an example of this...

By Olivia Mason Last updated 1 October 20
A Tannat tour of Uruguay

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By Amanda Barnes MW Last updated 22 September 20
How Salentein is making history in San Pablo, Mendoza’s newest GI

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By Sorrel Moseley-Williams Last updated 21 September 20
The Decanter Interview: Susana Balbo

Sorrel Moseley-Williams meets the Queen of Torrontés...

By Sorrel Moseley-Williams Published 19 September 20

Chile-Bordeaux style

CONAL GREGORY MW investigates the Chilean speciality grape Carmenère and the exciting Bordeaux-style wines that are now being created with it

By Conal Gregory MW Last updated 17 September 20
Luigi Bosca: heritage, innovation, expression

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South American Syrah: Panel tastings results

There is quality and consistency in South American Syrah

By Peter Richards MW Published 10 September 20