The Vines Bloggers
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Michael Evans Michael is the CEO and co-founder of The Vines of Mendoza. When not overseeing the Vines businesses, Michael moonlights as our chief asador (BBQ cook) and staff photographer. Michael’s photos are featured throughout the site. Favorite Wines: Achaval-Ferrer Finca Bellavista. Bressia Conjuro and Gimenez Riili Torrontes Wine Sytle: Well balanced, complex and concentrated reds Twitter: michaelhevans |
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Mariana Onofri The Vines Sommelier and resident wine guru. Feel free to direct all your Argentine wine inquiries to this amazing bank of knowledge. When not guiding tastings, educating on the finer points of wine tasting, she can often be found visiting local winemakers and conducting interviews. Favorite Wines: Achaval- Ferrer Bella Vista, Monte Cinco Malbec, Bressia Conjuro, Lindaflor Malbec Wine Style: Wines with character! Elegant and complex, with a lingering finish Twitter: marianaonofri |
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Emily Camblin The Vine Marketing Director with a love of adventure, wine, and food. After living in Colorado and Napa she decided that Mendoza was a perfect combination of the two. Often on a lark, she has never be accused of thinking “inside the box.” Favorite Wines: Mounier Torrontes, Lorca Viognier, Qaramy Alto, Achaval Ferrer Bellavista Wine Style: Ecclectic with a slight vice for bubbles, acidic and aromatic whites and elegant reds Twitter: stilettowines |
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Laura Fresneda Designer extraordinaire, she is responsible for keeping the marketing team in check with her perfectionist eye for style and classic esthetic. A wine label design master, she is also often accompanied by the veritable Bamba, (small white dog) the marketing office’s official mascot. Favorite Wines: All wines from Bressia, Poesia, Achaval-Ferrer Merlot and A Crux Wine style: Complex, intense and spicy reds Twitter: laura_fresneda |
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Alejandrina Verdaguer One of our creative design geniuses, Alejandrina is the master of imagery, video technology, and collages. Inventive and always ebullient, she brings fresh energy and avant-garde style to all of our communications. With a passion for travel, be sure to watch out for special “Ale” adventures. Favorite Wines: Pulenta Estate Sauvignon Blanc, Bressia Conjuro, Gran Estirpe Malbec Wine Style: White wines and and muscle cars blends…yummm! Twitter: ale_verdaguer |
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Guest bloggers We often have friends and family share their stories and adventures with us here at The Vines. Check back periodically for special guests and interesting commentaries. |
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Laura Yofe Laura is the owner of Southernmost Journeys, a travel consultant specializing in tailor-made trips. When not designing trips she is generally digging the ground in search of unique and unspoiled spots and experiences. Favorite Wines: Achaval-Ferrer Dolce, Escorihuela Gascon Syrah, Yacochuya Malbec Wine Style: Well balanced, elegant & concentrated reds |




















