Lujan de Cuyo Wine

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Lujan de Cuyo is a subregion of Mendoza, both part of the larger Cuyo wine region in Argentina. It is located south of Mendoza city, across the river of the same name. Most of the vineyards surround the river, providing natural irrigation for the alluvial (sand over clay) soil. This is considered the star region of Mendoza where many of the country’s top internationally selling wineries are located. It became Argentina’s first official appellation in 1993.

Malbec is the main grape grown, and has seen a steady increase in quality over the years, with investments in modern wine-making equipment and techniques to maximize its potential. Cabernet Sauvignon is also widely successful in blends and varietal releases. Torrontes is the main white grape, known for its perfumed aroma, fruity flavor and refreshing acidity. Chardonnay is also grown.
 

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  • Cabernet Sauvignon

    “King of the Red Wine Grapes.” The colonizer of the vineyards, pushing native wine grapes into its shadows. The Caber...

  • Chardonnay

    British wine writer and critic, Jancis Robinson, once noted that throughout the 80’s and 90’s in the United States, C...

  • Syrah

    The irony here is that Syrah’s origins could give Carmen Sandiego a run for her international wallet. Syrah’s deepest...

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Lujan de Cuyo on Snooth

  • Luigi Bosca Malbec 2010

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    Wine review by Piyakkad


  • Bodega Weinert Malbec 2006

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    Wine review by gntop1


  • La Posta Malbec Angel Paulucci Vineyard 2010

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    Wine review by jagarr


  • Bodega Norton Malbec Reserve 2007

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    Very ripe raspberry, fig and boysenberry that is mixed with dark toast,and vanilla. It is velvety textured and balanced. A very nice wine! Read More

    Wine review by Welkja


  • Reserva Malbec. Bodega Norton 2010

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    D/H 2013-2017- A ripe red, offering ample acidity to support the jammy kirsch, plum sauce and wild berry coulis notes that are framed by medium tannins, with the finish pumping out hints of smoke, spice box and graphite. Drink through 2017. 90 Pts. Wine Spectator # 51 Top 100 Wines of 2012! @shoppers Read More

    Wine review by Jerel1957


  • Cruz Andina Malbec 2009

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    What happens when a bunch of Chileans come over the Andes to Argentina to make wine? Actually, they do a darned good job. Behind a splendidly funky bouquet of eggplant and mushroom, theres an earthy flavor punctuated by an acidic note of red currant. A very savory, not exactly generous, but uncompromising wine. (AV 89, http://argovino.com/?p=766) Read More

    Wine review by Argovino


  • Luigi Bosca Malbec 2009

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    A little thin in the glass to the eye, but sharp and powerful in the mouth with a pleasing blackberry jam finish. An aggressive wine to pair with strong flavors, especially soy. (AV 86, http://argovino.com/?p=763) Read More

    Wine review by Argovino


  • La Posta Pinot Noir Gloreta 2008

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    Is it possible for pinot noir to taste like malbec? This wine is trying to say yes, with a generous mix of cherry and berry flavors thats a little darker than usual, and a nose that echoes some of malbecs typical inkiness. But its still a pinot after all, with a nice smooth finish. (AV 86, http://argovino.com/?p=679) Read More

    Wine review by Argovino


  • Bodega Norton Malbec Reserva 2007

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    The concentrated, focused bouquet is heavy with bittersweet chocolate, and the wine does not disappoint in heft. Theres a kaleidoscopic mix of light and dark flavors, culminating in a clean finish of medium length quite a stunner from a low-price producer, especially in a difficult vintage. (AV 89, http://argovino.com/?p=504) Read More

    Wine review by Argovino


  • La Posta Malbec Angel Paulucci Vineyard 2008

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    Pungent cinnamon is the welcome surprise in the bouquet, but the wine is lean, making the lengthy finish something of a shocker. (AV 85, http://argovino.com/?p=498) Read More

    Wine review by Argovino


  • In the heart of Mendoza wine country lies Luján de Cuyo, an area where the dry soil and the hot days and cool nights form ideal conditions to cultivate grapes. Old-vine vineyards produce the famed Argentinean Malbec grape from which Bodega Furlotti winemaker Pablo Durigutti crafts the Neu Direction wines. Neu Direction wines are made exclusivel...

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