South America has carved a place on the world wine map with expressive varietals and high-altitude terroirs. Argentina’s flagship grape is Malbec, which thrives in Mendoza’s sun-soaked vineyards. These wines are plush, fruit-forward, and full of blackberry, plum, and cocoa notes. Argentina also produces stunning Torrontés, a highly aromatic white with floral and citrus aromas.
Chile offers an incredible diversity of wine thanks to its coastal and mountain influences. Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maipo Valley is structured and age-worthy. Carmenère, once mistaken for Merlot, has become Chile’s signature red, known for its herbal edge and soft tannins. Sauvignon Blanc from the Casablanca Valley shines with bright acidity and minerality. Together, these countries represent the bold, expressive style of New World wine.
