The collaboration between Cheval Blanc from Saint-Émilion and Terrazas from Mendoza has an additional, unexpected French touch. Terrazas is founded and owned by the prestigious Champagne house Moët & Chandon. You'll understand by now that with these two partners, it's clear that only the best is good enough for the Cheval des Andes grapes. The harvest for this Argentinian red wine is carried out entirely by hand, very early in the morning. This way, the grapes are still dormant and cool, minimizing damage to the skins. The grapes are then transported in small crates to the press, where they are pressed very gently. This process releases only the finest juice. After vinification, this red wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels. After bottling, it returns to the Cheval des Andes cellars for 24 months of bottle aging. Then, the moment finally arrives: the winemaker gives his approval, declaring the wine perfect and ready!
After all this effort, the result is certainly impressive! The color is intensely dark red with a black core. The aroma offers a classic bouquet of subtle black fruit, dried plums, light cedarwood, and vanilla. The taste is reminiscent of a good Saint-Émilion: silky smooth with subtle power. The soft flavor nuances of black fruit combined with a hint of stewed plums and a touch of vanilla create a truly worldly experience we won't soon forget! It's no wonder this wine earned 98 Parker Points!
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