Robert Parker on Wine Trends: Exciting New Wine Regions

Argentina

In a word (or three), it’s about Malbec, Malbec and Malbec!

Central Coast and Sonoma Coast, California

The Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs of the Sonoma Coast are outstanding; in the Central Coast it’s all about great Rhône-style wines from Syrah and Grenache.

Southern France

There has been a tremendous growth in the popularity of Mediterranean food, and Mediterranean grape varietals such as Syrah and Grenache.

Spain

It’s the awakening of the giant—and a change from a mentality of cooperative winemaking to one focused on quality.

Washington State

This state is a powerhouse when it comes to producing great Bordeaux-style reds from Cabernet and Merlot.

Robert Parker: 30 Years of Wine Trends

• The Rise of the Winemaking Consultant
• The World’s Most Influential Wine Consultants
• The Rise of the Wine Critic
• The Culinary Revolution
• The Explosion of Diversity in Wine
• Exciting New Wine Regions
• The New Philosophy of Winemaking
• The Creation of Healthier Vineyards
• Wine Is Now Number One
• Huge Increases in Popularity and High Prices

Published September 2008