2020 Cheval des Andes

Deep garnet in colour, the 2020 Cheval des Andes offers an attractive nose full of liquorice, cassis and toasted spice, opening up in the glass. There's an abundance of crunch dark fruit alongside a vein of mineral freshness that continues on the palate, running through the heart of the wine. The 2020 is one of the strongest releases from the estate to date, full of precision and purity of fruit. Blend: 49% Malbec, 49% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Petit Verdot

The 2020 Cheval des Andes is a brilliant wine. Despite the warm conditions of the vintage the estate’s focus on freshness, elegance and ageing potential shines through in this excellent cuvée. The refinement really is reminiscent of Bordeaux sister estate Cheval Blanc in this vintage with its seamless integration of tannins and long finish. As with the previous vintage, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec are evenly split with a rare addition of 2% Petit Verdot. The wine has great attack, power and energy while remaining beautifully balanced. The rich dark fruit has great vibrancy and the tannins are remarkably refined. There is impressive breadth on the palate, wonderful symmetry with the acids, fruit and alcohol perfectly entwined. The impeccable balance should see this mature wonderfully but it can also be enjoyed in its relative youth.