Mendoza is by far the largest and most prolific wine region in all of Argentina. It’s part of the larger, Cuyo region, in the west of the country, bordering the Andes, which provide a good deal of climate protection. The area is mostly hot and dry, but there is some natural river irrigation, particularly from the Mendoza from which it is named. The biggest threat is from the dry, “Zonda” winds, which have been known to damage the grapes. Many of the vineyards are high altitude, some crazy, dizzyingly high, with published reports of as high as 5600 feet above sea level. This allows for precisioned grape-growing for maximum ripeness and temperature control. The soils tend to be alluvial clay (sand over clay). Because the harvest season is predictably warm and dry from year to year, there is little vintage variation and wine-makers have advantageous control over the styles of wine and varietals produced.
Once famed for its pink-skinned grapes Criolla Grande and Cereza, Mendoza is now Read more »
It’s an indisputable fact that Mendoza rules the Argentine wine scene. With 395,000-plus acres of planted vineyards, the region accounts for more than two-thirds of the country's wine production. For any first-time visitor to the country, Mendoza is a ...
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Mendoza on Snooth
November 2014
Ah, another day of relaxation. I enjoyed a 2.5 hour massage today, ... ... ... Cabernet Sauvignon from Mendoza was really excellent. With the flight I had the Salumi Piccante flat bread and a lobster tail appetizer. I got a full glass of the cab (that's part of the deal) and then ordered another glass since it was so tasty. This one was... Read More
November 2014
Had this with dinner at Truluck's in Dallas. Grilled Salmon with a Lobster & Crab Cream Sauce (went very well). The Wine Maker's Tasting Notes seem pretty accurate:Color: Intense red with purple highlights. Aroma: Complex and expressive, subtly mixed with aromas of violets and cherries, in balance with the dark chocolate notes and toasted flavor... Read More
November 2014
A very bold wine when it first hits the tongue but fades quickly. I'd recommend this wine for dinner because it won't be overwhelmed by the food. It is heavy, fruity, and for me required a good bit of aeration before the tannins were tamped down to acceptable levels. Read More
November 2014
A Tasting Room quarterly selection. Wine made especially for Lot 18. Here is the description: 'Rustic, earthy and even a bit restrained at first, give this wine some air and you'll find excellent fruit concentration with notes of dark cherries and blackberries, plus a hint of vanilla and a meaty, earthy finish. The wine finishes dry...' This on... Read More
November 2014
Pale lemon color. Medium minus intensity light fruit aromas - mostly citrus and tropical fruit, with lemon and papaya showing most on the nose. Palate is fresh and clean, good levels of acidity, full flavored lemon and melon flavors, and a clean finish. More full flavored than other Pinot Grigio wines. Definitely worth the price. Read More
November 2014
This will be a nice relaxing wine to have on the patio when it warms up. Read More
November 2014
This is a very nice find. I look forward to seeing the other small single vineyard options they have. Read More
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