At a glance

Producer

DiamAndes

Region

Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina

Grape variety

Cabernet Sauvignon

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$18-30 USD/bottle (750ml)

Tasting profile

Aromas of blackcurrant, cassis, cedar, subtle bell pepper, graphite, and baking spice. Full palate with dense dark fruit, toasted oak, sweet tobacco, and structured tannins.

Evolution: Tannins soften, secondary notes of leather and cigar box emerge. Fruit character shifts from primary to more dried, savory nuances.

At peak: Supple, complex, and harmonious integration of fruit, oak, and structure, with tertiary nuances emerging at peak.

Structure

Acidity

Moderate to fresh

Tannins

Firm, ripe, well-integrated

Alcohol

14-14.5% ABV

Aging potential

7-10 years from vintage under proper cellaring conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2024 to 2028

Optimal window

2022 to 2030

Current status

Drink or Hold

Current condition

Youthfully structured but beginning to integrate; primary fruit and oak notes prominent

Cabernet Sauvignon from Valle de Uco with quality viticulture typically enters its optimal drinking window after 4-6 years, smoothing tannins and integrating oak and fruit. Peak maturity showcases complexity while retaining freshness.

Food pairing

Grilled ribeye, herb-crusted lamb, roasted vegetables, hard cheeses (Manchego, aged cheddar).

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1 hour) — Decanting softens tannins and opens aromatic complexity, especially in youth.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Integrated pest management, water conservation through drip irrigation, solar energy investment, lightweight bottles for reduced packaging impact.

DiamAndes is part of Clos de los Siete, a collective noted for ongoing sustainability improvements. Their estate implements energy-saving measures (solar panels), water-efficient drip irrigation, and light packaging. However, they are not certified organic or biodynamic, which impacts the overall score. Exports have a standard carbon impact for Mendoza wines shipped abroad. Overall, the winery is above average in sustainability among Argentine producers, but not at the highest echelon.