Description
2018 Vintage
Colour: deep red
Nose: intense and complex. Notes of rich red fruit together with spices, red pepper and rosemary combine harmoniously with vanilla and caramel nuances derived from its ageing in oak barrels.
Palate: rounded with a great structure and concentration. The sweet tannins portray a smooth, vivacious wine with a full body, whilst the fruit and spices display an intensely aromatic bouquet..
Terrazas de los Andes was named by Wine Spectator as ”One of the 20 worldwide wineries which year after year delivers consistent high quality wines.” The vineyards are in the foothills of the Andes, where each varietal is grown at the ideal altitude for optimal development. The pre-phylloxera vines are irrigated with snowmelt from the Andes.
Vinous 91 points - A Cabernet Sauvignon from Perdriel, Eugenio Bustos, Lujan and San Carlos, 40% aged for 12 months in used oak. The expressive nose features notes of black currant and cherry and hints of pyrazine and wax. Fluid on the palate, offering gentle, flavorful tannins and moderate intensity to which a degree of grip emerges to lend character. Measured and clean, this is a high-altitude wine where fruit and the aging process are well balanced..October/2020
The terraces of Perdriel are located 24 kilometres from the city of Mendoza, to the south of the Mendoza River. Situated at 980 meters above sea level, the regions' particular microclimate promotes the best conditions for the cultivation of this noble grape variety.