Finca Perdriel Centenario
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 8–18 years from vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, slow-cooked beef brisket
✨ Technical Specifications
Finca Perdriel is the historic heart of Bodega Norton, situated on the southern banks of the Mendoza River in Luján de Cuyo at an altitude of 950 meters. The 'Centenario' cuvée is a prestigious red blend crafted to honor over a century of winemaking excellence since the estate's founding in 1895. Sourced from old vines planted in stony, alluvial soils, this wine represents a classic Argentine marriage of power and elegance. It typically blends Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot, which undergo extensive aging in French oak barrels. The result is a deeply concentrated, complex wine with layers of dark fruit, spice, and structured tannins, reflecting the rich heritage and unique high-altitude terroir of the Primera Zona.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1895 by British civil engineer Sir Edmund James Palmer Norton, Bodega Norton represents a cornerstone of modern viticulture in Mendoza's Primera Zona. Norton planted French vines south of the Mendoza River in Perdriel, an area historically devoid of vineyards. In 1989, the estate was acquired by Gernot Langes-Swarovski, who modernized operations and expanded international outreach under the leadership of Michael Halstrick and acclaimed chief winemaker David Bonomi. Spanning five premier estate vineyards across Luján de Cuyo—including Medrano, Lunlunta, Agrelo, and Finca La Colonia—the vines thrive at altitudes between 800 and 1,100 meters above sea level. This semi-arid, alluvial terroir features rocky, well-draining soils and sharp diurnal temperature variations that foster phenolic complexity and natural acidity. Norton implements precision sustainable viticulture, crafting a versatile portfolio ranging from classic Charmat-method sparkling wines and aromatic Torrontés to benchmark age-worthy Malbec expressions such as the iconic Gernot Langes and Privada Family Blend.
🍇 Grapes
Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
🍷 ABV
14-14.5%