Julieta Cortez is a 22 year old college student, representing the county of Las Heras in the 2018 Vendimia Festival. Annually, during the first weekend in March, the Mendoza community gathers for the celebration of the grape harvest with parades, floats, shows and the crowning of the National Wine Queen. Julieta is one candidate out of 17, aspiring to represent Mendoza as well as...
Whenever anyone gets a chance to work with Carolina Fuller, you know you’re in for some fun, witty, captivating moments. Carolina has been in the Mendoza wine industry for over 20 years, teaching, entertaining and guiding, as she represented different winery projects. Today we find her as the Director of Sales in Bodega Corazon Del Sol, doing what she loves best, sharing the world...
Carolyn shares what tango and steak have to do with pairing experiences I just love a thoughtful pairing of food and wine, where a symphony of flavors and textures crescendo and I am transported to a stand-still moment of bliss. I often enjoy a wonderful bottle of wine with a meal, but no matter how wonderful the wine, I don’t always get...
I jump at any opportunity to visit the northwestern corner of Argentina, where red rock formations, deep green canyons and remarkable salt flats captivate me. Cafayate is my typical destination, a popular wine region located in the province of Salta and known for producing Torrontes wines. But this trip to Salta wasn’t in spirit of grape harvests or winery tours, it was for a travel industry conference. I was invited...
“I too have seen the Andes from Above” Neil Armstrong’s hero makes record flight in a balloon. Following the 1969 moon landing, the three American astronauts Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins and Edward “Buzz” Aldrin, began their triumphant tour around the world including a stop in Buenos Aires. As both Argentina and the US flags waved together in celebration at the Cancillería, Argentina´s Ministry of Foreign Relations, Neil...
Altertango, completed their 6th album RADIOTANGO in March 2017 and presented it this September in hometown Mendoza. This power iconic tango band has many years of experience and tours around the world . In Radiotango, they explore their instrumental side and experiment with harmony, rhythm and melodies, searching for new forms of expression while simultaneously showing a deep respect for the rich heritage of Argentina...
Does planning a vacation the whole family will enjoy seem overwhelming? Be it a cruise, a camping trip or some wild rides at an amusement park, the underlying motivations parents share as they begin to research vacation destinations is often based on enrichment and entertainment. Despite the challenge of aligning everyone’s availability, the benefits of travel as a family make it worth all the effort. Taking...
Supplying the growing wine and olive oil industry with glass bottles is a daily challenge met by Verallia, the largest wine bottle manufacturer located in Mendoza. Eric Stangroom and I visited the enormous plant where Alejandra Merin welcomed us with a kind smile and a handful of safety equipment. We were intrigued with the whole process but more importantly, we applauded Verallias consistent communication...
Water has Arrived! There seems to be a mirror effect, with a 6 month delay, on weather patterns that occur in both hemispheres. Being a native of California and living in Mendoza, I have fun speculating weather trends for the US west coast based on what already occurred in Mendoza. I pay close attention to snow-fall, not only because both regions are so...
We are so glad to have the renovations of El Plumerillo (MDZ), Mendoza’s International Airport, behind us! For three months, we creatively used alternative means to provide you with a swift arrival. We are relieved to have the logistical headache behind us and look forward to welcoming more travellers in the near future. The new airport is so invitingly modern, with rows of...
The Andes Pass, oil on canvas by Augusto Ballerini, 1890; in the National History Museum of the Town Hall and the 1810 May Revolution, Buenos Aires Each August 17, Argentina commemorates the anniversary of Jose de San Martin´s passing. He was one of the principal liberators of South America. The boldness of his plan to attack the viceroyalty of Lima by crossing the Andes to Chile...
Tucked up close to the Andes Mountains there is a place that is a nature lover´s perfect retreat. Atamisque, a French-owned farm and winery is an incredible place to spend the day or night! The property itself spans over almost 2,000 acres of land and with space like that the possibilities are limitless. The property boasts a variety of installments for guests to enjoy. ...