September 2026 · Seven US Cities
The History of South American Wine — in 12 Bottles
A landmark trade masterclass series led by Amanda Barnes MW
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September 2026 · Seven US Cities
A landmark trade masterclass series led by Amanda Barnes MW
View dates & registerSouth American wine is rooted in five centuries of viticulture, shaped by altitude, isolation, immigration, and an extraordinary diversity of terroir. The past three decades have brought a new chapter: a generation of growers and winemakers pushing to the edges of what's possible, finding new elevations, new varieties, and new ways of expressing a landscape unlike anywhere else on earth.
Led by Amanda Barnes MW, author of The South America Wine Guide and the world's foremost authority on the continent's wines, each session traces a single through-line: how Argentina, Chile and Uruguay built a wine culture over centuries, and where that culture is going next. Twelve bottles. Twelve turning points. Ninety minutes that will change how you sell, recommend, and talk about South American wine.
Each masterclass is followed by a tasting reception.
Complimentary for qualifying wine trade professionals. Places are limited.
Amanda, who has been based in South America for over 15 years, is the leading specialist on the wines of South America. Using her experience, she has chosen wines for this masterclass that showcase the history of the continent, and where it is going next.
Amanda is the lead South America correspondent for publications including Decanter, Jancis Robinson, and The World of Fine Wine. Her book, The South America Wine Guide was awarded the John Avery Award at the André Simon Awards, the Fortnum & Mason Best Debut Drink Book Award and Gourmand Best World Wine Book. She was selected as Best All Round Wine Communicator in the 67 Pall Mall awards in London in 2024, and is the first person to achieve the Master of Wine title while residing in South America.
Seven cities. Twelve bottles. One remarkable story.
“One of the most insightful tastings I've attended in years — Amanda's depth of knowledge brought every bottle to life.”
“A sold-out room of forty-nine trade professionals, and every one of us walked away with a completely new perspective on South American wine.”
“Exceptional curation — the historical narrative threading through each wine made this far more than a standard tasting. Buyers from Michelin-starred restaurants were there for good reason.”
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