In the glass: Alamos wine is an inky opaque blackish-red color with fine ruby streaks going out to a deep reddish-pink rim definition with high viscosity. On the nose: A lot of pungent notes jump out ...

Our tasters: Gave it a unanimous recommendation with seven scores of at least 9. “Juicy black plums, cherries and mint … Dry and tart.” My score: 9.1. In addition to the lush, expressive dark fruit, ...

Malbec is an alternative to traditional wines, appealing to wine lovers across the spectrum with its rich fruit, touch of spice and balance. When it comes to making rock star Malbec, it’s all about ...

In 1988 President Ronald Reagan established Hispanic Heritage Month to run every year from September 15 to October 15. The purpose is to celebrate the cultures, contributions, and history of American ...

While I generally prefer more red-wine varietals to white, I do enjoy a nice Chardonnay, and this is where Alamos really surprised my palate. Oak up front, butterscotch notes and a light-buttery feel ...

This week's wine is a tasty, layered Argentine red from Alamos. Malbec is often a budget-savvy alternative to cabernet sauvignon and syrah, but it has more to offer than cost savings. Argentine ...

I’ve tried this red wine from the Mendoza region in Argentina a couple of times, most recently at a tasting at Barry’s Fine Wine and Spirits in New Bedford. When I took a trip to my local packie and ...

The Catena Family has become synonymous with high quality wines from Argentina. In 2009 Decanter magazine chose Nicolás Catena as Man of the Year, crediting him with changing the direction of ...

Malbec is one of two signature grapes in South America that fell out of favor in France but has flourished in the New World. Malbec is the national grape of Argentina, and carmenere is the backbone of ...