Tag Archives: Argentina Wine

Malbec Throw-Down at Vinexpo

Posted on June 28, 2009 by

Vinexpo 2009, which ran 21-25 June in Bordeaux, featured an interesting and obviously intentional juxtaposition. The Wines from Argentina pavilion was flanked by a more modest but still brazen presentation of the wines of Cahors, in southwest France, which considers … Continue reading →

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More on the Loss of Billington Wines

Posted on May 31, 2009 by

In the fallout over the demise of Billington Wines, there is at least some good news: Alfredo Bartholomaus, the company’s founder and a joyful bon vivant, will not be slipping away into full retirement just yet. Leonardo LoCascio, president of … Continue reading →

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The Recession Claims Billington

Posted on May 26, 2009 by

The recession has taken a bite out of the Washington, D.C., wine community with the recent demise of Billington Wines, the Springfield, Va.-based company that helped put South American wines on U.S. dinner tables. Billington closed its doors May 15, … Continue reading →

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Argentina’s Andes Advantage

Posted on April 8, 2009 by

In these recession-plagued times, we’re all looking for extra value. Ask any retailer or sommelier what wines are selling these days, and Argentine Malbec will be near the top of the list. “We’re selling the hell out of Mendoza,” one … Continue reading →

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