Bright hearty Argentine cuisine with an abundance of meat dishes, a carnival of vegetable variations and searing spices attracts many tourists. A separate item are Argentine wines, which every year are gaining more and more fans.
The wine riches of MendozaThe Mendoza Valley is considered the main wine region of the country, as 80% of all wine is produced here. Its gem is undoubtedly Argentina's most famous wine, Malbec. And although this variety originates from France, it is in the South American lands that it ripens perfectly. Wines made from it are characterized by plum and cherry accents with light hints of chocolate and dried fruit. It is a flawless accompaniment to grilled meats and aged cheeses. Wines based on Criola Grande, Criola Chica and Cereza are also popular. They have a rich fruity bouquet with subtle notes of spices and licorice. Such wine is organically combined with roasted poultry, pasta and m…