# Terrazas de los Andes Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva (2021)

- **Producer:** Terrazas de los Andes
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Cabernet Sauvignon
- **Region:** Mendoza, Argentina
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €18
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 14–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black cherry, red plum, green bell pepper, blackcurrant, cedar, butter, vanilla, cloves, earth, tobacco, leather

## About this wine

Terrazas de los Andes Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from Mendoza, Argentina. The wine is produced by Terrazas de los Andes, a winery focused on high-altitude viticulture. Its grapes are sourced from vineyards in Luján de Cuyo and Uco Valley, benefiting from the unique environmental conditions of these high-elevation terroirs. The estate's philosophy centers on capturing the essence of the Andes in its wines, combining French winemaking expertise with Argentinian terroir.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyards are situated at altitudes up to 1100 meters.
- Farming is transitioning towards organic practices.
- The wine blends fruit from distinct vineyard plots.
- Diurnal temperature variations are key to its profile.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and sturdy tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of red meats and game, while its fresh acidity can cut through fatty components. Herbal notes in the wine can echo those found in seasoned dishes.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Terrazas de los Andes Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 involves destemming grapes and gravity-feeding them into tanks. Gentle maceration lasts for 3-4 weeks, with punch-downs and pump-overs used for extraction. Malolactic fermentation is performed. The wine is then aged in oak barrels for 12 months, using a combination of first and second-use barrels. The grapes are sourced from high-altitude vineyards in Mendoza, specifically Luján de Cuyo and Uco Valley, which are noted for their significant diurnal temperature variations.