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Cheval des Andes
Cheval des Andes Cheval Blanc & Terrazas De Los Andes
750 mL
$130.00 each($5.13 / fl oz)
Victoria H‑E‑B plus!
6106 N. NAVARRO
Description
Very intense aromatic expression. The bouquet of aromas of red fruit (cherry, wild strawberries) and spices is intensified by the freshness and complexity of the wine. On the palate, the balance of this wine is predominant. A supple and fresh attack add a lovely liveliness. Soft, precise tannins bring an attractive structure with an elegant finish.
The Grand Cru of the Andes. Cheval des Andes is the result of the union between Château Cheval Blanc, Premier Grand Cru Classé A of Saint Emilion, Bordeaux and Terrazas de Los Andes, a pioneer of cool-climate, high-altitude winemaking.
Years ago, Malbec was widely cultivated in Bordeaux and was brought to Argentina in the mid-19th century, only decades before the grape would be decimated in France by a phylloxera epidemic. Today, the only Malbec that exists in Bordeaux has grafted roots, which make it more resistant but also alter its quality. The vines which traveled to the New World over a century ago are ungrafted. When Pierre Lurton discovered the stunning Malbec vineyard of Las Compuertas, planted in Mendoza in 1929, he was immediately captivated, declaring, “This will be a journey to the roots of Bordeaux.” HE wanted to bring yesterday’s Bordeaux wines back to life, reconnecting Château Cheval Blanc with the history of Saint-Emilion.
In 1999, Château Cheval Blanc started a joint venture with Terrazas de Los Andes and Cheval des Andes was born. Since then, a predominantly Malbec, Bordeaux-style blend has become the signature of Cheval des Andes.
Appellation: Mendoza, Argentina
ABV: 14%
Varietals: 58% Malbec, 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot
Aging: New and used French oak barrels
The Grand Cru of the Andes. Cheval des Andes is the result of the union between Château Cheval Blanc, Premier Grand Cru Classé A of Saint Emilion, Bordeaux and Terrazas de Los Andes, a pioneer of cool-climate, high-altitude winemaking.
Years ago, Malbec was widely cultivated in Bordeaux and was brought to Argentina in the mid-19th century, only decades before the grape would be decimated in France by a phylloxera epidemic. Today, the only Malbec that exists in Bordeaux has grafted roots, which make it more resistant but also alter its quality. The vines which traveled to the New World over a century ago are ungrafted. When Pierre Lurton discovered the stunning Malbec vineyard of Las Compuertas, planted in Mendoza in 1929, he was immediately captivated, declaring, “This will be a journey to the roots of Bordeaux.” HE wanted to bring yesterday’s Bordeaux wines back to life, reconnecting Château Cheval Blanc with the history of Saint-Emilion.
In 1999, Château Cheval Blanc started a joint venture with Terrazas de Los Andes and Cheval des Andes was born. Since then, a predominantly Malbec, Bordeaux-style blend has become the signature of Cheval des Andes.
Appellation: Mendoza, Argentina
ABV: 14%
Varietals: 58% Malbec, 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot
Aging: New and used French oak barrels
