Sign In

2011 Cheval des Andes

Not Currently In Auction

Latest Sale Price

May 9, 2021 - $62

Estimate

RATINGS

94The Wine Advocate

There is red and black fruit plus minty notes on the nose. The palate has density, acidity and good fruit sweetness (but not sweet).

REGION

Argentina, Mendoza (Cuyo), Luján de Cuyo, Vistalba

Luján de Cuyo was Argentina’s first official wine appellation when it was established in 1993. The appellation is named for the city of Luján de Cuyo, the department capital. Vineyards in this appellation are in the upper Mendoza Valley, and they are often at altitudes of 3,300 feet or more. The soil is sandy and alluvial with clay underneath and moderate rainfall encourages growth. Historically the area grew pink skin grapes for slightly sweet pink or white wines. Since the late 1980s, however, Malbec has been Mendoza’s most important grape, since it makes a rich, dark, robust, age-worth red. The second most important red grape is Bonarda, which is thought to be the same grape that California growers know as Charbono. Italian and Spanish red grapes including Sangiovese, Barbera and Tempranillo were brought by immigrants, and they are grown today. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Torrontés and numerous other red and white grapes are also grown successfully. Considered by many to be the most desirable wine appellation in Argentina, Luján de Cuyo has attracted attention from international winemakers and producers.

VINTAGE

2011 Cheval des Andes

Joint venture by Chateau Cheval Blanc & Terrazas de Los Andes