‘Tis the season and whether you’re toasting with a table full of friends and family or simply taking a breather at the end of a long day, a perfectly paired charcuterie board is an easy and tasty accompaniment to any glass of wine. While there are tons of wines to choose from, it’s easy to fall into the habit of grabbing the same old bottles time and again. Surprisingly enough, South American wines are still something of a hidden treasure despite their high quality and comparably low price point.
Founded in 1895, Bodega Norton is one of the most well regarded and certainly most awarded Argentine wine brands to export to the US. Located in the foothills of the Andes Mountain range, the average vine is between 30-80 years old with five vineyards. These older vines help to drive richness and depth across all of their available wines. The Norton Malbec pairs well with sharp nutty cheeses like Comte, which offers a complex, nutty flavor with buttery, fruity undertones. Comte enhances the wines aromas of ripe red fruits. For a cured meat pairing, the rich and fatty texture of salami, with its savory spices, complements the wines tannins and fruit-forward profile.
Excerpt Taken From: Forbes
Author: Alissa Fitzgerald