The History of South American Wine — in 12 Bottles (Austin)
We're delighted to invite you to a landmark masterclass tracing five centuries of South American wine — a sweeping story encapsulated by twelve special bottles. Hosted by award-winning author and the world's foremost authority on the continent's wines, Amanda Barnes MW.
Masterclass 11:00am–12:30pm
Tasting Reception 12:30–1:30pm
South America’s wine identity has been forged by isolation, immigration and an extraordinary diversity of landscapes. Over 90 minutes and 12 landmark bottles, Amanda Barnes MW traces the history of South American wine, explores the region's wine industries today, and offers insights into where they are headed next. From Argentina and Chile to Uruguay, Brazil and beyond, this is an insider's guide to one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving wine regions in the world.
Following the masterclass, join us for a tasting reception with light bites — a chance to revisit the wines at your own pace, taste some additional wines, mingle and put your questions to Amanda directly.
The Lineup
Amanda will present wines from standout producers including: Cara Sur, Catena Zapata, Clos Apalta, Deicas, El Enemigo, Garzón, Guaspari, Matetic, Susana Balbo, VIK, Viña Cobos and Zuccardi.
During the reception, one wine will be poured through Coravin for a blind tasting competition — guess it correctly and you could win a Coravin of your own.
About Amanda Barnes MW
Amanda has been based in South America for over 15 years and is the leading specialist on the continent's wines. As Jancis Robinson put it, "Amanda is a fount of knowledge on South American wine." She is lead South America correspondent for Decanter, Jancis Robinson, and The World of Fine Wine. Her book The South America Wine Guide received the John Avery Award at the André Simon Awards, the Fortnum & Mason Best Debut Drink Book Award, and the Gourmand Award for Best World Wine Book. She was named Best All-Round Wine Communicator at the 2024 67 Pall Mall Awards in London, and is the first person to achieve the Master of Wine title while residing in South America.
Registration & Enquiries
This event is for members of the wine trade and media only. Places are limited, and priority will be given to Beverage Directors, Sommeliers, Wine Retailers, Media, and Educators.
Questions? Contact us at info@fiftyonenorthhq.com
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Head to Amanda's website for more information about her and her book: https://southamericawineguide.com/product/south-america-wine-guide-first-printed-edition/