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98 Points
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97 Points
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97 Points
49 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 48 % Malbec 3 %, Petit Verdot. Cheval des Andes is an exceptional blend of Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon from Las Compuertas and Paraje Altamira in Mendoza.
98 Points, James Suckling
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Description
Cheval des Andes, the "grand cru" of the Andes
Cheval des Andes, is the fruit of a fusion between two cultures combining the vision and expertise of Château Cheval Blanc with high altitude wine-growing in the Mendoza region. Under challenging climatic conditions, this is where Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon unite in a blend which is born at the foot of the Andes mountain range. Cheval des Andes’ vision of wine growing is completely unusual as it combines two very different "terroirs" such us Las Compuertas in Lujan de Cuyo and Paraje Altamira in Uco Valley. As the vision is accomplished, the edges are polished; freshness, balance and complexity become the cornerstones of Cheval des Andes.
Created in Mendoza in 1999, Cheval des Andes is turning 25 this year and is embarking on a bright new chapter of its young history. Born according to the canons of the best Argentinean wineries, it is now emerging as the strict interpretation of Cheval Blanc’s ethos, at the foot of the Andes and joined the prestigious LVMH family of Vins d’Exception.
The 2021 Vintage:
The 2021 season in Mendoza was cool and wet, with double the rainfall compared to the previous vintage. The low average temperatures during the ripening period allowed for a wine with great aromatic complexity and the distinctive natural freshness of Cheval des Andes.Tasting notes:
Cheval des Andes embodies the essence of a fresh vintage in the Mendoza region. It presents a delicate and brilliant ruby red tone with garnet glints. On the nose, this wine offers fine complexity with floral notes and red fruits. On the palate, it is distinguished by its elegance, acidity, and freshness, with silky tannins and a lingering finish.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal
Palate:Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite
Food Pairings:
Pork
Red Meat
Description
Cheval des Andes, the "grand cru" of the Andes
Cheval des Andes, is the fruit of a fusion between two cultures combining the vision and expertise of Château Cheval Blanc with high altitude wine-growing in the Mendoza region. Under challenging climatic conditions, this is where Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon unite in a blend which is born at the foot of the Andes mountain range. Cheval des Andes’ vision of wine growing is completely unusual as it combines two very different "terroirs" such us Las Compuertas in Lujan de Cuyo and Paraje Altamira in Uco Valley. As the vision is accomplished, the edges are polished; freshness, balance and complexity become the cornerstones of Cheval des Andes.
Created in Mendoza in 1999, Cheval des Andes is turning 25 this year and is embarking on a bright new chapter of its young history. Born according to the canons of the best Argentinean wineries, it is now emerging as the strict interpretation of Cheval Blanc’s ethos, at the foot of the Andes and joined the prestigious LVMH family of Vins d’Exception.
The 2021 Vintage:
The 2021 season in Mendoza was cool and wet, with double the rainfall compared to the previous vintage. The low average temperatures during the ripening period allowed for a wine with great aromatic complexity and the distinctive natural freshness of Cheval des Andes.
Tasting notes:
Cheval des Andes embodies the essence of a fresh vintage in the Mendoza region. It presents a delicate and brilliant ruby red tone with garnet glints. On the nose, this wine offers fine complexity with floral notes and red fruits. On the palate, it is distinguished by its elegance, acidity, and freshness, with silky tannins and a lingering finish.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:
Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal
Palate:
Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite
Food Pairings:
Pork
Red Meat
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal
Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite
Pork
Red Meat