The Wine
(Release Date: February 2012)A significant expression of Argentine culture, the tango is smooth, sexy and romantic. The Argentine people have gained global attention for their flawless tango and recently received international praise for perfecting their wines. It is their love for both that has inspired our wine ‘Tango’.
Rich flavours of ripened cherries and dried prunes carry throughout. The dark notes present a hint of chocolate or coffee. Aromas of eucalyptus, violets, black cherry and black currants entice the nose while the sweet ripe apple finish will have you wanting more especially if you like a blend of French and American oak chips. This red includes GenuWine Dried Merlot Grape Skins.
Oak: 4
Body: 4
Sweetness: 0
Food pairing ideas
Pair your Tango with tomato soup, vegetable lasagne or Irish stew
Argentine Culture
Argentina is credited for the tango. The tango dance is an embodiment of Argentinean culture which has become so famous and popular internationally. The Tango Festival, which was begun in 1999, is held in the capital of Argentina -Buenos Aires.
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The world’s first animated films were made and released in Argentina, by a man named Quirino Cristiani in 1917.
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Pato is the official national sport of Argentina. It is a combination of polo and basketball.
Argentine Food
Argentine cuisine is usually European, due to the heavy influence of Italian, Spanish and French settlers.
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Argentina produces a lot of honey, soybeans, sunflower seeds, maize and wheat.
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Argentina is known for its asado or grilled beef where meat is placed on a grill and barbecued over charcoal. Another traditional food is the empanada, a circular piece of pastry folded in two around a filling (including chopped meat, olives, hard-boiled egg, and many other variants).