Pinot Noir
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2027
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted duck, creamy wild mushroom risotto, seared salmon
✨ Technical Specifications
Luigi Bosca's Pinot Noir represents a sophisticated exploration of cool-climate viticulture in the high-altitude terroirs of Mendoza, primarily sourced from select vineyards in the Uco Valley. While Mendoza is world-famous for its robust Malbecs, the Arizu family pioneered the cultivation of delicate varieties like Pinot Noir by utilizing the dramatic diurnal temperature shifts of the Andean foothills. This environment allows the notoriously finicky grape to ripen slowly, preserving its bright natural acidity and delicate aromatics. Crafted with precision, the wine typically undergoes a gentle fermentation followed by aging in French oak casks, which imparts a subtle structure without overpowering the grape's intrinsic elegance. The result is a beautifully balanced red characterized by vibrant red fruit notes, earthy complexity, and a silky texture that showcases a different, highly refined side of Argentine winemaking.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1901 by Don Leoncio Arizu, Bodega Luigi Bosca is a benchmark of Argentine viticultural excellence located in Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza. Guided by over a century of family heritage and pioneering spirit, the estate played a pivotal role in the creation of Argentina's first Controlled Denomination of Origin (DOC Luján de Cuyo) in 1989. The winery meticulously cultivates premier high-altitude vineyards across Mendoza's prime terroirs, focusing on sustainable practices and precise micro-terroir vinification. Luigi Bosca is globally celebrated for its elegant, structured Malbecs, exceptional Cabernet Sauvignons, and distinguished single-vineyard bottlings such as the iconic Finca Los Nobles series.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Pinot Noir
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5-1%