Terrazas de los Andes - Cheval des Andes 2022
Price: $109.96
Sale Price: $95.00
| Producer | Terrazas de los Andes |
| Country | South America |
| Region | Argentina |
| Varietal | Red Blend |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Sku | 604415 |
| Size | 750ml |
A Transatlantic Vision
In Mendoza, the discovery of old ungrafted Malbec vines in the Las Compuertas vineyard became the foundation for a new expression, a unique project with the shared vision of Terrazas de los Andes and Pierre Lurton of Chtâeau Cheval Blanc. Built on the philosophy of elegance, aging potential, and precision winemaking, Cheval des Andes reflects the transmission of Bordeaux savoir faire while embracing the purity of altitude driven character of Mendoza’s terroir in 1999 reconnecting Bordeaux’s historic relationship with Malbec by following the grape’s journey from France to Argentina in the 19th century.
Malbec-Forward Blend
Cheval des Andes is a distinctive Malbec forward blend, combining the vibrancy of Malbec with the structure and finesse of Cabernet Sauvignon and subtle accents of Petit Verdot. Sourced from carefully selected parcels and vinified with minimal intervention, each lot is treated individually to preserve the identity of the vineyard. The wine shows a brilliant ruby color and an aromatic profile of remarkable complexity, unfolding with floral notes, warm spices, and layered red and dark fruits. On the palate it is defined by balance rather than power, with silky tannins, bright acidity, and a refined texture shaped by careful aging in a combination of French oak barrels and large format vessels. The result is an elegant and expressive wine with depth, freshness, and a finish that lingers with quiet sophistication.
Vinous Media: 99 Points
The 2022 Cheval des Andes is a significant upgrade to Mendoza’s historic regional blends, combining grapes from Las Compuertas (Luján de Cuyo) and Paraje Altamira (Uco Valley). The 2022 vintage allowed for a slower ripening of Cabernet Sauvignon, which take prominence in this blend alongside 30% Malbec and 5% Petit Verdot. Aging was carried out in 40% 225-liter Bordeaux barrels, 35% 400-liter barrels and 25% 2,500-liter foudres, with 50% new oak. A bouquet of bright fruit—raspberry, blueberry and delicate cassis—and complementary bay leaf and mint tones give way to a touch of ash and mild bell pepper. Boasting serious concentration, fine tannins and a slight creaminess, the 2022 has a structure that is firm but never tight, maintaining weight without losing balance. The finish is long, energetic and full of flavor. This is an exceptionally beautiful wine.
James Suckling: 98 Points
Aromas of dark currants, spices, cloves and a touch of elderberries. The palate is elegant and medium- to full-bodied with polished, precise tannins, firm fruit, a juicy backbone and a solid and flavorful finish. 65% cabernet sauvignon and 35% malbec from Lujan and Altamira. Drink from 2027.
Wine Advocate: 97 Points
Soon to be released through La Place de Bordeaux, the 2022 Cheval des Andes opens with an exotic, spice-driven bouquet, supplemented by lifted herbal notes and a vibrantly red-fruited and perfumed backdrop. The palate is similarly energetic, melding an elegantly rich, polished texture with a slender, tensile energy. It concludes with a long, persistent and high-toned finish that gradually unfurls a sturdy structure of supremely refined tannins. This is an excellent counterpoint to the comparatively darker and more open-knit 2021, showcasing a brighter, more tenacious profile while sacrificing none of the grace, nuance and textural attention to detail that has come to define Cheval des Andes. It's a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Malbec and 5% Petit Verdot.
