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Typically best enjoyed 8–20 years from the vintage release, showing exceptional aging potential.
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Grilled ribeye steak, roasted rack of lamb, wild game stew
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Luigi Bosca Icono represents the ultimate expression of the Arizu family's winemaking legacy in Mendoza. Crafted as the estate's flagship red, this prestigious cuvée is a meticulous blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec sourced from select parcels of extremely old, low-yielding vines in Las Compuertas, Luján de Cuyo. Situated at a high altitude where the cool night breezes from the Andes temper the warm, sunny days, these vineyards yield grapes of extraordinary concentration and complexity. The wine undergoes a rigorous selection process, followed by fermentation in small tanks and extensive aging in new French oak casks. The result is a profound, deeply structured wine that pays homage to the pioneering spirit of the estate's founders, seamlessly marrying the power of Cabernet with the plush, velvety fruit of Malbec.
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Founded in 1901 by Leoncio Arizu, Bodega Luigi Bosca is one of Argentina's most historic and prestigious wineries, located in Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza. Still family-owned and managed by the Arizu family, the estate has played a pioneering role in Argentine viticulture, notably helping to establish the country's first D.O.C. (Luján de Cuyo) in 1989. The winery's philosophy centers on showcasing the unique high-altitude terroirs of Mendoza through meticulous vineyard management and precise winemaking. Luigi Bosca is highly celebrated for its elegant, structured red blends and single-vineyard expressions, such as the iconic Finca Los Nobles Cabernet Bouchet and Gala 1 Malbec, alongside expressive whites like the Gala 3 Viognier and Linda Chardonnay. Official website: https://luigibosca.com. Address: San Martín 2045, M5507 Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina.