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Merlot
The next time you hear someone say they never touch Merlot, tell them that it's too bad, because you were just about to open a few bottles of Château Pétrus and Le Pin, and you have no one to share them with. Some wine drinkers are quick to dismiss varieties that become too fashionable, but Merlot is popular for good reason. It has one of the most impressive and distinctive textures of any wine,...
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Aconcagua
Situated northwest of the Chilean capital, Santiago, the Aconcagua region is famous for its richly textured Chardonnays and, more recently, its distinctive Sauvignon Blancs, Cabernet Sauvignons, Merlots and Pinot Noirs. The actual Aconcagua mountain is located in Argentina, near the Chilean border. It is the highest peak in the western hemisphere.
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Chile
Chilean winemakers are known for opening their arms to forgotten European grape varieties, nursing them back to health, and then releasing them back to the rest of the world - and we can’t thank them enough for it. Chile’s friendly, delicious Carmenères are the best example, but Chile is generally one of the most consistent sources of delicious, ready-to-drink, approachable wines. Cabernet...
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