Bodega Garzón solidifies its position in the United States alongside Winebow Imports and officially launches its méthode champenoise Extra Brut sparkling wine in the market.
New York, June 2025 — In celebration of the first anniversary of its strategic alliance with Winebow Imports, the exclusive importer for Bodega Garzón in the United States, the renowned Uruguayan winery hosted an institutional event on June 11 at the iconic The Standard Hotel High Line, located in one of New York City’s most exclusive areas.
The evening event, titled “Bubbles, Burgers, and Balasto,” was a symbolically and commercially significant occasion, officially introducing the méthode champenoise Extra Brut sparkling wine to the market.
In the U.S. market, Bodega Garzón presented its new sparkling wine in a relaxed and carefully curated setting. Attendees enjoyed the wine paired with Polanco caviar, sourced from the waters of the Río Negro in Uruguay, Wagyu mini-burgers paired with Balasto, and special tastings of other labels such as Albariño Reserva , Pinot Noir Rosé Reserva and Tannat Single Vineyard.
The event featured the notable presence of Mr. Alejandro P. Bulgheroni and his son Alejandro Bulgheroni Jr., owners of Bodega Garzón, as well as Mr. Ian Downey, Executive Vice President of Winebow Imports, reaffirming the strategic nature of the alliance between the two companies and their shared commitment to developing Uruguayan wine in the U.S. market.
The celebration brought together renowned representatives from the wine industry, importers, distributors, specialized press, and opinion leaders, strengthening the ties between Garzón and its strategic allies in the United States.
This event was part of an intensive institutional agenda that the winery carried out in New York, participating in some of the most significant events in the international wine calendar:
On June 9, Bodega Garzón participated in the Wine Enthusiast SIP Tasting event at City Winery, where it presented five of its most representative labels: Balasto 2020, Albariño Single Vineyard 2023, Tannat Single Vineyard 2022, Reserva Cabernet Franc 2022, and Reserva Pinot Noir Rosé 2023.
On June 10, the winery took part in Descorchados New York, an event organized by renowned critic Patricio Tapia at Home Studio Inc., presenting the following vintages: Balasto 2020, Albariño Single Vineyard 2024, and Tannat Single Vineyard 2023.
Additionally, on June 11, Bodega Garzón was invited to participate in Great Wines of the World New York, a prestigious event led by critic James Suckling, held at The Glasshouse, where the winery had the honor of showcasing two of its most iconic wines: Balasto 2020, distinguished as one of the Grands Vins du Monde, and Albariño Single Vineyard 2023.
These instances reaffirm Bodega Garzón’s commitment to excellence, continuous innovation, and the consolidation of its presence in major international markets, through strategic alliances and a unique value proposition that elevates the Uruguayan terroir.
