Mi Terruno 'Reserva' Cabernet Sauvignon, Uco Valley, Argentina

From the heart of Argentina’s famed Uco Valley, the 2021 Mi Terruño 'Reserva' Cabernet Sauvignon is a bold and elegant red that showcases the depth, structure, and finesse of this high-altitude terroir. Crafted by the Baigorria family—veterans of Mendoza’s wine scene since the early 20th century—this wine balances traditional winemaking with modern sensibilities, yielding a bottle that is rich in both history and character.

Product Details:

• Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
• Region: Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina
• Vintage: 2021
• ABV: 13.5%
• Winery: Mi Terruño
• Farming: Estate-grown grapes
• Aging: Oak barrel aged (duration not specified)

Sensory Description:

This Reserva opens with a deep ruby red hue accented by intense purple highlights, reflecting its youth and vibrancy. On the nose, it bursts with ripe red fruit aromas—cherries, black plums, and raspberries—entwined with layers of black pepper, smoked oak, vanilla, and roasted coffee. These complex aromatics evolve seamlessly on the palate, where supple tannins and well-integrated oak provide a structured but silky mouthfeel. The finish is long, elegant, and gently spiced, making for a thoroughly satisfying glass.

Winemaker's Background:

The Baigorria family’s dedication to Mendoza winemaking began in the early 1900s with vineyard acquisition and blossomed into full-scale production with the founding of Mi Terruño winery in 2004. Located in Maipú and housed in a former glass tile factory, the winery symbolizes the fusion of old-world tradition with modern enological technology. Today, Mi Terruño is recognized for its expressive wines crafted from estate vineyards in the Uco Valley, one of the most renowned winegrowing regions in South America.

Serving Suggestions:

Best served slightly below room temperature at 16–18°C (60–64°F), this Cabernet Sauvignon makes an exceptional partner for grilled red meats, hearty pasta dishes, and aged cheeses. Whether it's steak with chimichurri, mushroom risotto, or a rich Manchego, this wine delivers both versatility and sophistication at the table.

Powerful yet polished, the 2021 Mi Terruño 'Reserva' Cabernet Sauvignon is a superb representation of Argentine Cabernet that will appeal to lovers of structured, oak-influenced reds. Drink now or cellar for added complexity over the next 3–5 years.