The yearly Vinos y Bodegas (wines and wineries) event in Buenos Aires is a major highlight for the city’s many wine fans and offers an interesting introduction to Argentine wine for wannabe connoisseurs enjoying an Argentina vacation.
The exposition takes place in the first weeks of September and draws a huge number of Argentina’s most popular wine makers, setting up stall to show off their best labels to professional connoisseurs along with the wine-loving general public.
The exhibition includes displays on the country’s many wine growing areas plus tastings and advice for developing the palate and recognizing the subtle variations in scents and flavors. Vinos y Bodegas is comprised of two sections: an invite only session and a public session, which costs AR$60.
For would be connoisseurs who travel to Argentina at any other time, Buenos Aires offers countless other chances to get a taste of Argentina’s best labels, often in cellars that are owned and operated by the most famous vineyards.
A popular and trendy choice is the Lobby Wine Bar, where the walls are lined with hundreds of empty bottles, d?cor that reflects the bar’s almost endless wine list. The Lobby is another stylish nightspot popular among BA’s hip young crowd. Nicaragua 5944, Tel: 4770 9335.
An alternative choice for the discerning customer is Gran Bar Danzon, well known for its low key ambiance and comfortable furniture, plus its enormous variety of quality wines. And just in case that isn’t enough, the bar also boasts a large Asian-based menu.
Casa Coupage is a more unusual establishment, and is actually part of the owners’ own home. The owners offer specialist advice on tasting techniques, along with information on the wines’ origin and the differences between Argentina’s grape growing regions. Group sessions are held every Wednesday and private sessions are available. Guernes 4382, Tel: 4833 6354.
For the more serious connoisseurs, wine tastings at the exclusive Terroir can be booked starting at AR$250 a head. Guests are expected to be reasonably knowledgeable and to do some background reading before arriving. Probably not the best choice for wine tasting beginners! Buschiazzo 3040, Tel: 4778-3443.
By: Matthew Barker
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This guide to wine bars in Buenos Aires was written by a travel-loving Argentina vacations expert at Argentina For Less, a member of the Latin America For Less family.
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