The dramatic landscape of Patagonia is home to some of Argentina’s best vineyard properties. Our August Wines of the Month feature two grape varieties from this region that the Argentines have made their own. Choose from the highly aromatic Torrontes, a crisp and delicious wine that is great with seafood, or Malbec, with seductive dark fruit flavors and hints of earth and spice — a barbecue wine for sure. How do we find such good wines at these prices?
Humberto Canale Torrontes 2003
grape varietal: 100% Grillo
appellation: Sicily, Italy
taste: : A delicious wine, with flavors of melon and stone fruit, and a hint of minerals. Crisp and refreshing, with a creamy texture – you’ll love it!
great with: seafood, white meats and pasta with vegetables
Humberto Canale Malbec 2003
grape varietal: 100% Malbec
appellation: Patagonia, Argentina
taste: Fresh and vivid flavors of black cherries, grapes and plums, along with hints of violet beneath. A medium-bodied wine with intense fruit, for intense foods.
great with: Well-seasoned steak, BBQ, spicy dishes
