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Workers carrie grapes during harvest at Bouza winery in Melilla, Uruguay on March 13, 2023. More than 10,000 km from its origins in France, a red grape with a reputation for harshness produced an “unlikely“ hit that thrust Uruguay onto the global wine map. In a land of gauchos and open flame grilling, the varietal found the perfect host in the mild, humid climate of South America's Atlantic coast and its carniverous inhabitants. With more seeds than other grapes, dark red Tannat is high in astringent tannins -- a dominant characteristic that gave it its name and was long considered undesirable.

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Tannat: Uruguay's 'unlikely' wine hit

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Costa Rican chef showcasing Indigenous cuisine

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Sudestada throws outdoor party to welcome 2023

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Giant legs of Vietnam's 'dragon chicken' a Lunar New Year delicacy

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A wholesaler stand in front of the lined up frozen tuna during the New Year's auction at Toyosu fish market in Tokyo, Japan on January 5 2022.

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Japan tuna price soars past $270,000 at New Year auction

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Introducing innovative Australian tastes to Indonesian palates

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