Cheval des Andes

Cheval des Andes 2016 Producer: Cheval des Andes – Mendoza, Argentina Owner: LVMH Director: Pierre Lurton Oenologist: Gerald Gabillet Soi, 37% Malet, 37% 5% Petit Verdot – very carefully selected grapes from the best vineyards in Las Compuertas and La Consulta Color: intense red, bright, with purple hues Bouquet: very intense, fresh and aromatic, of incredible purity and finesse, with a bouquet of red fruits (cherries, wild strawberries) and spices Taste: complex and balanced, with attack supple and fresh, soft tannins, attractive structure, strong aromas of pepper, chocolate, plum and elegant finish Culinary combinations: full and flavorful meat dishes – especially stewed veal steaks or lamb, but also smoked ducks Serving temperature 16-18 ° C Optimal consumption period: 2019 – 2036 Number of bottle produced: 64.000 99 James Suckling Points: “Super refined and beautiful, with the scent of flowers, spice, dried fruit and stone breezes. Medium to full body, with very fine tannins and splendid finish. Of great finesse and depth. The character of Provence herbs, as usual, well controlled. ” 97+ Parker Points:“ Cheval des Andes 2016 comes from a totally unusual year – colder than average, with considerable rainfall (about 600 l) and yet the wine has an extraordinary freshness. Nose abundant red fruit, subtle and elegant, a little dark at first, shy and subtle. A high-precision edition, with a great potential for aging. I think it is the most elegant Cheval des Andes ever produced. Bravo!”