Argentina: Exploration and Expansion

Winemakers fine-tune their vineyards and plant new terroirs—and it’s not all Malbec

Domino del Plata's Susana Balbo (right) in the vineyard with her children Ana and José
Dominio del Plata's Susana Balbo (right) works with her children Ana and José at their pioneering estate, which is raising the bar for Argentina's distinctive white wine, Torrontés. (Sara Matthews)

Vintners across Argentina will tell you that this is a dynamic time for their country’s wines. Not only are winemakers establishing new vineyards and fine-tuning existing sites, but they are also focusing on a range of grapes beyond Malbec, including Chardonnay, Torrontés, Semillon, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc and more. This exploration is explicitly forward-looking, as producers hope to prove that there is still much to learn about Argentine wine by showcasing the diversity on display. Read on!

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