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Wine Tasting in Argentina

Monday, June 23, 2008 15:58

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Expanish students recently took an excursion to Mendoza where they tried some of the country’s best wines. Argentina’s wine region extends along the foothills of the Andean Mountain Range between the provinces of Salta and Río Negro.The variance in climate and soil throughout the wine country provides for unique yet delicious wines from eachmendoza1.thumbnail Wine Tasting in Argentina region.

Argentina’s most famed grape, originally from the Southeast of France, is called Malbec and is most fertile in Maipú, Mendoza.Expanish students spent a day visiting different wineries in Maipú to explore the varietal Malbecs that are putting Argentina on the map for winemaking. This grape produces medium-bodied wines with earthy notes and a deep purple color.

Originally from Spain is the Tempranillo grape, which is one of Argentina’s most widespread varieties.It has recently become more popular in the making of fine wines as winemakers have just started discovering its potential.Cabernet Sauvignon, or “the king of reds”, is grown throughout Argentina’s wine region.With growing popularity in the province of San Juan, the Syrah grape is building on its reputation in Argentina.The country’s other applauded red varieties include Merlot, Bonarda, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Franc.

mendoza5.thumbnail Wine Tasting in Argentina Argentina also has a diverse range of fine white wines that go well many different cuisines.Torrontés is the symbolic white grape of the country and is produced in the province of Salta.The Pedro Gimenez grape is indigenous to Argentina and accounts for over half of the white grapes planted in Mendoza.Mendoza’s altitude is ideal for Chardonnay, which covers over 4,600 hectares, or 11366 acres, of the region.Chenin Blanc, Semillón, Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc, and Reisling varieties also contribute to the assortment of fine white wines produced in Argentina.

Expanish students found their excursion to the wine country to be a huge success!Spanish Language student, Fran Benton, describes the wine as “gorgeous” and the scenery as “breath-taking” and recommends the visit to friends and classmates.Mendoza and its wine are not to be missed!

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Expanish’s New Facebook Fan Page

Wednesday, June 18, 2008 11:15

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Attention past, current and future Expanish students! Expanish now has a Facebook Fan Page: EXPANISH – Spanish Schools & Study Abroad! Join our very own Facebook page to access a wide variety of information regarding the school, its students, and Buenos Aires.

Past students, don’t let the fun stop even if you’re no longer in Buenos Aires with us.Our Fan Page will be constantly changing to include new games and contests, photos that escaped you, and discussion forums where your opinions are highly valued.

Current students, take advantage of the new Fan Page! You will find details of upcoming student activities and photos from past ones. We encourage you to post any questions or concerns that come up, as there are many with the knowledge and experience to lend friendly advice.Don’t forget to check in frequently for regular updates on contests, games, and school and city news. The Fan Page is also a great way to contact other students and professors to keep on top of your studies.

Future students, don’t miss this sneak peak into the life of an Expanish student in Buenos Aires. Keep up with daily activities, student stories, the blog feed, and more. This new Fan Page is also ideal for seeking advice on what to pack, what to expect, and any other lingering questions.

Other features to look for are weekly recommendations from locals, students, staff members, and language professors. Where are others going to find that perfect steak? What new plays are out in theaters that can’t be missed? What hot bands are playing this weekend?

We’ll all be working together to make the new Expanish Fan Page successful and helpful for everyone!

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Upcoming SEMESTER 2 SPANISH LANGUAGE IMMERSION PROGRAM

Monday, June 2, 2008 13:08

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The Expanish Semester 2 Spanish Language Immersion Program is less than 3 months away! This program is ideal for university students interested in studying abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina, looking to focus on learning Spanish.

The program includes 14-weeks of intensive Spanish courses at the prestigious Universidad de Belgrano.Students may choose to live with a host-family or with other students, including at least one native Spanish speaker.To supplement university courses, students can also choose to get involved with our volunteer and/or internship program to put their new language skills to use and gain work experience.

Expanish maintains a weekly activity calendar for students to have a good time while immersing themselves in the “porteña” life style.Weekly activities include group dinners, fùtbol games and tournaments, workshops with locals outside of the classroom, city tours, tango lessons, shows, and much more!We also regularly go on excursions to some of Argentina’s most exquisite destinations such as Mendoza and Iguazú Falls.Join the Expanish Facebook Fan Page for photos, more information, and student accounts of weekly activities and excursions.

The Semester 2 Spanish Language Immersion Program lasts from August 28 to December 5, 2008.Remember to sign up before June 28 and to enroll with a friend to save 10% on all program costs with our Friend Discount.

Study Spanish Abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina and learn about the enthralling culture while perfecting the melodic language.To learn more about this program, visit our website and join our Facebook Fan Page to get connected with others already down here.

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