South American wine culture is steeped in tradition but by no means bound by it. Influenced by French and U.S. vineyard modernizations and technical advancements, these top producers from Argentina and Chile compete with the world’s best red blends.
All wines are subject to availability.
| Argentina | |
| Cheval des Andes creates a marriage between French tradition and New World exuberance. A partnership led by Château Cheval Blanc has mastered the Malbec-dominant blend. A significant portion of Cabernet Sauvignon tempers the wine, offering its signature balanced elegance.
Paul Hobbs’ Viña Cobos focuses on producing terrior-driven wines. The 2017 Bramare Malbec captures the essence of Valle de Uco, one of Argentina’s premier high-altitude appellations within the famed Mendoza region. |
2017 Cheval des Andes (100 JS | 97+ WA | 17.5 JR) $480 per 6 bottles | $480 per 3 mags 2018 Cheval des Andes ** (98 WA | 98 JS) $89 per bottle | $359 per double-magnum (3L)2017 Viña Cobos Malbec, Bramare, Valle de Uco $33 per bottle |
| ** Pre-Sale – earliest anticipated arrival is Winter 2022 | |
| Chile | |
| Almaviva is the culmination of a prized partnership between Baron Philippe de Rothschild and Viña Concha y Toro — a blend of classic Bordeaux varietals in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates.
Carmenère leads the 2018 Clos Apalta red blend with a balance of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. A long and storied history of success with French wines and spirits, the Lapostolle and Marnier names continue their reach and prosperity in Chile. The 2019 Seña garners 98 points from Wine Advocate with its Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant blend. This South American venture of the late Robert Mondavi continues his legacy as a pioneer of New World wines. |
2019 Almaviva Red Wine ** 2018 Clos Apalta ** 2019 Seña Red ** 2013 Montes Red Wine, Taita |
| ** Pre-Sale – earliest anticipated arrival is Winter 2022 | |
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