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  • Uruguay, the fourth most important wine-producing country in South America, grows a variety of grapes, but none more celebrated than Tannat, which is fueling this tiny country's rise to prominence in the wine world.

    The Sydney Morning Herald News Headlines 2010

  • Uruguay, the fourth most important wine-producing country in South America, grows a variety of grapes, but none more celebrated than Tannat, which is fueling this tiny country's rise to prominence in the wine world.

    My Sinchew - phuijee 2010

  • Mr. Fabre now has plans to blend Malbec with other grape varieties such as Tannat and Tempranillo.

    The Future of Malbec Will Lyons 2010

  • Like many other locals, he recommends a full-bodied red from Madiran, in the Pyrenees area that produces Tarbais beans, where wine is made with tannic-rich Tannat grapes.

    The Comfort of a Hearty Cassoulet J. S. Marcus 2011

  • Port wine, a Galician tostado, a sweet Monastrell, a fortified Tannat, a German Riesling Kabinett or Spatslese, or most beautifully an aged rum or cognac (cognac is wine at is origin).

    Christmas fruitcake: impossible food-wine pairing?!? | Dr Vino's wine blog 2009

  • Aligoté, for instance, the vibrant, zesty second grape variety of Burgundy; Tannat, the astringent red variety grown in the Madiran of southwest France and now finding a new home in Uruguay; or Mourvèdre, the gamey-tasting variety grown in Bandol in Provence.

    The Hunt for Nebbiolo Will Lyons 2011

  • His research suggests that the St. Mont and Madiran appellations in the southwest of France, particularly those produced from the Tannat grape, are some of the healthiest wines in the world.

    Drinking to Good Health Will Lyons 2010

  • True to his roots, eccentric, and rare, Vice President Biden inspires a unique yet affable Tannat from Uruguay.

    Brett Ashley McKenzie: Your Wines for '09 Guide to Toasting the Inauguration 2009

  • Initially grown in France, the Tannat grape is now most prevalent in the beautiful South American nation of Uruguay, where its big fruity taste fits nicely hand in hand with the country's abundance of quality grilled meats.

    Brett Ashley McKenzie: Your Wines for '09 Guide to Toasting the Inauguration 2009

  • Chrysalis Vineyards, a winery located within an hour of the D.C. area, is best known for its Viognier and Norton, but it also makes Albariño, Tannat and Petit Verdot.

    Jazz, Blues and Dylan 2009

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