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Mendoza Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Gran Reserve

2022

To make this wine, the oldest vineyards, whose ages oscillate between 80 and 100 years, planted in the most prosperous area of Mendoza.

 

Tasting Notes

  • Appearance: Intense deep red.
  • Nose: Blackcurrant, raisins, and hints of peppermint layered with subtle oak aromas.
  • Palate: Velvety, full-bodied, and intense, leaving a slightly sweet sensation in the finish. Elegant, balanced, and persistent.

Food Pairing

Ideal with grilled red meats, roasted lamb, game dishes, mature cheeses, and dishes with rich sauces.

 

Tim Atkin, MW
91 Points
James Suckling
92 Points
James Suckling
91 Points
Decanter World Wine Awards
91 Points
Tim Atkin
91

Winemaker

Richard Bonvin


Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Altamira, San Carlos, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina
Altitude: 1,000–1,200 m.a.s.l.
Soil: Located on the alluvial fan of the Tunuyán River. Soils present fluvial deposits with boulder blocks covered by calcium carbonate crusts, along with finer alluvial deposits, mainly sand, varying in depth before reaching the bedrock.
Climate: Warm days and cool nights, with a thermal amplitude of 19°C, ideal for slow and balanced grape maturation.

Winemaking

Harvested manually in 20 kg plastic boxes from late March to early April. Long fermentation and extended maceration enhance roundness and complexity. Alcoholic fermentation occurs with native yeasts at 22°C. Gentle pump-overs during skin contact prevent harsh herbal flavors and ensure smooth tannins.

Oak Stage

Aged for 15 months in a combination of Allier French oak barrels (one year of use, medium toast) and American oak, imparting subtle, non-invasive oak nuances while enhancing structure and elegance.


Analytical Data

  • Alcohol: 14.5 % vol.
  • Residual sugar: 2.0 g/L (approx.)
  • pH: 3.6 (approx.)
  • Total acidity: 5.5 g/L (as tartaric acid, approx.)