Estacion 1883 Cabernet Franc
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Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from the vintage release.
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Roasted lamb chops, grilled ribeye steak, or roasted duck breast.
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Named in honor of the year Tiburcio Benegas founded this historic estate, the Estacion 1883 Cabernet Franc showcases Trapiche's dedication to exploring Mendoza's diverse microclimates. Sourced from selected high-altitude vineyards in the Uco Valley, this wine benefits from intense alpine sunlight and dramatic diurnal temperature shifts. These conditions allow the Cabernet Franc grape to achieve optimal phenolic ripeness while preserving its signature fresh acidity and classic pyrazinic complexity. Typically aged for around 12 months in a combination of French and American oak, the resulting wine beautifully balances ripe red currant and black pepper notes with elegant, fine-grained tannins, offering a sophisticated nod to the grape's historical roots adapted to the dramatic Andean terroir.
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Founded in 1883 by Tiburcio Benegas, Trapiche is one of Argentina's oldest and most pioneering wineries, located in the Maipú department of Mendoza. Operating from a historic, beautifully restored Florentine-style winery built in 1912, the estate is celebrated for introducing French grape varieties and modern viticultural techniques to the region. Under the guidance of renowned winemakers, Trapiche focuses on expressing the diverse terroirs of Mendoza—ranging from high-altitude Andean vineyards to their pioneering coastal estate in Chapadmalal, Buenos Aires. The winery is globally acclaimed for its exceptional Malbecs, particularly its Single Vineyard series, as well as elegant expressions of Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir.