Domaine Bousquet’s Virgen Wines Domaine Bousquet’s family has created a wine called Virgen, with no added sulfites. They’re USDA approved as organic. I know plenty of very health-conscious people who will delight in these wines. Even if you’re not looking for organic, the wines are very tasty and extremely affordabe. You might just want to give them…
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It’s interesting to think about the idea of organic products when you look at it through the history of time. 100 years ago, most things that you could buy in a supermarket would be considered organic, by current standards, but they weren’t marketed that way because it wasn’t something people thought about at the time.…
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By James Lawrence James Lawrence finds out how Argentina’s Domaine Bousquet has inspired others by breaking new ground in sustainable winemaking. Although the global wine market remains in a capricious mood, Argentina’s wine industry has not lost its nerve. Both major producers and niche businesses have embraced myriad innovations, including streamlining formats to reduce carbon footprint…
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27 SEPTEMBER 2023By “The drinks business” Argentine winery Domaine Bousquet was awarded Regenerative Organic Certification in July 2022, which is one more green feather in its cap. If anyone is looking for an example of the benefits of a ‘green agenda’, they should look to Mendoza. The Argentine region has embraced sustainability with open arms, with…
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Clinton Cawood assesses the key developments in organic and biodynamic drinks Agriculture is at the root of all drinks categories, in some way or another, and they are subject to the same considerations, pressures and consumer trends as any other agricultural products, and concepts such as organic and biodynamic have therefore become more prevalent in…
DetailsBrian Elliot in Reviews. Traditionally, last weekend’s “Glorious Twelfth” stirs those fuller reds out of hibernation to put in a shift accompanying the harvest from the game shooting season. Need that be the end of those “lighter summer reds” though? Certainly not! There are good reasons why lighter reds can be sound year-round choices. Lower…
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Argentina is best known for its malbec, but it produces excellent wines from a number of varieties, red and white. Here are just a few examples of wines to enjoy with your next asado. Or cookout. GREAT VALUE Domaine Bousquet Virgen Vineyards Natural Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 (2.5 stars) Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina, $13 Domaine Bousquet…
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DO YOU CARE FOR SULFITES? VIRGEN UCO VALLEY-BASED DOMAINE BOUSQUET IS THE FIRST ARGENTINEAN NO-SULFITES ADDED WINE IN THE U.S. There needs to be more clarity around sulfites. Sulfites are necessary additives used in wine to prevent bacterial growth. However, just a tiny amount should be present in all wines, but most winemakers add some…
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The winery is one of the world’s most awarded fully organic operations Domaine Bousquet Cabernet Sauvignon, Gualtallary Vineyards 2019 Deep ruby color; plum, bell pepper, black cherry on the nose; cherry, plum, peppercorn, blackcurrant, cedar on the palate. Dry; smooth, engaging tannins and lively acidity. Plush and juicy. Organic grapes; 100% cabernet sauvignon from single…
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Domaine Bousquet cranks out more certified organic wine than any other winery in Argentina. Some of their lines are certified biodynamic, and the entire operation is a certified B Corp. In other words, they are fully invested in eco-winegrowing and making. Combatting hot vintages is par for the course in Argentina. In addition to farming regeneratively,…
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