Terroir Series Finca Laborde Cabernet Sauvignon
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, slow-roasted lamb shoulder, aged hard cheeses
✨ Technical Specifications
The Terroir Series Finca Laborde Cabernet Sauvignon is a masterclass in Argentine viticulture, proving that Mendoza's high-altitude terroirs can yield Cabernet Sauvignon of breathtaking complexity and structure. Sourced from the historic Finca Laborde in La Consulta, Uco Valley, this single-vineyard bottling pays homage to the Laborde family, who planted these ungrafted vines back in 1974. Grown in sandy loam soils at nearly 1,000 meters above sea level, the grapes benefit from intense alpine sunlight and dramatic diurnal temperature shifts. This unique microclimate preserves natural acidity while developing deep, concentrated flavors. Traditionally fermented and aged for around 18 months in French oak barrels, the resulting wine is a sophisticated expression of the varietal, characterized by dark currant fruit, subtle eucalyptus, cedar, and a savory, mineral-driven backbone that reflects its unique Andean origin.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1883 by Tiburcio Benegas, Bodega Trapiche stands as one of the historic pillars of Argentine viticulture. Located in Coquimbito, Maipú, within a meticulously restored 1912 Florentine-style bodega, the estate balances immense production scale with nuanced terroir exploration. Under the ownership of Grupo Peñaflor and winemaking direction of Sergio Casé, Trapiche orchestrates fruit from over 1,000 hectares of estate vineyards alongside long-term grower partnerships. Holdings span high-altitude alluvial terraces in the Uco Valley, classic Primera Zona terroirs, and pioneering cool-climate oceanic sites in Chapadmalal on the Atlantic coast. Viticulture emphasizes environmental sustainability, complemented by certified biodynamic estate parcels. In the cellar, gentle extraction and refined oak aging define benchmark expressions like the iconic Iscay blend, the single-vineyard Terroir Series Malbecs, and the maritime Costa & Pampa line, showcasing the dynamic breadth of contemporary Argentina.
🍇 Grapes
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
🍷 ABV
14% - 14.5%