High altitude transforming the New World
Argentina is now one of the most fascinating wine-producing countries in the world, where European traditions and South American terroirs come together to create an unmistakable style. The key to the success of Argentine wines lies in the altitude: the vineyards stretch along the slopes of the Andes, from 800 to over 3,000 meters above sea level. These extreme conditions, with significant temperature variations between day and night, intense solar radiation, and low rainfall, allow the grapes to ripen slowly and completely, preserving acidity and aromatic freshness even in wines with great structure and concentration.
Malbec: the symbolic grape variety and more
While Malbec is undoubtedly the flagship grape variety, capable of expressing a power and complexity in Argentina that is unknown in its French homeland, the Argentine wine scene is surprisingly varied. High-altitude Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc show extraordinary finesse and elegance, while Bonarda offers fruity and easy-drinking wines. Among the whites, Torrontés offers intense floral aromas with a surprising balance between sweetness on the nose and dryness on the palate, while high-altitude Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc stand out for their minerality and freshness, unexpected for a country with a generally warm climate.
From large companies to innovative vignerons
Our selection highlights both the historic wineries that have brought Argentine wines to international prominence and the small producers who are exploring new terroirs and less interventionist winemaking techniques. From Mendoza, the beating heart of Argentine viticulture, to the Uco Valley with its limestone-rich soils, from Salta with the highest vineyards in the world to the cool southern Patagonia, we offer a complete journey through the oenological diversity of a country that has managed to combine power and drinkability, intensity and freshness, tradition and innovation, with wines that perfectly express the sunny and passionate character of the Argentine people.
