Domaine Bousquet Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Jean Bousquet has received numerous international wine awards for this Cabernet Sauvignon, including 90 points from James Suckling and the same number from Tim Atkin, which is quite remarkable for a wine in this price range. The old vineyards are located in the Tupungato Uco Valley in Mendoza. It's a unique area, and the vines are situated at an altitude of 1200 meters, one of the highest in Argentina. This makes the climate perfect for growing the grapes as organic grapes, as stated on the label. Cabernet Sauvignon prefers a cooler climate, so winemaker Jean Bousquet chose to plant the vines on the north-facing slope. This way, the Cabernet Sauvignon grapes still receive sufficient sunshine while retaining a high level of freshness.

Completely hand-harvested for this Cabernet Sauvignon

After a long growing season, which Cabernet Sauvignon requires, the grapes are harvested by hand in the middle of the night from the steep slopes of Mendoza. Why so early? This is when the Cabernet Sauvignon grapes retain their freshness and minimize the risk of bruising. The grapes are collected in small crates and taken directly to the press. The resulting juice is exquisite, and the entire wine matures for several months in the Domaine Bousquet cellars. This delicious red wine is given ample time to develop, aging in steel barrels to preserve its freshness and purity.

The smell and taste of the Bousquet Cabernet Sauvignon

With this red Cabernet Sauvignon, Bousquet aims to demonstrate that oak aging isn't necessary when the juice is of exceptional quality. They're right, and in this beautiful wine, we smell hints of black fruit like blackberries and cherries, complemented by nuances of plums, cocoa, and cassis. The palate is very lively, with abundant red and black fruit flavors that elevate this wine to a peak. On the back of the palate, there's more finesse, with light spices and a touch of dark chocolate. What an elegant red Cabernet Sauvignon from Argentina.