Description
Altos Terrazas De Los Andes Del Plata Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 showcases what Argentina does best with Cabernet: ripe fruit, clear varietal character, and serious structure at an accessible price. Sourced from high-altitude vineyards in Mendoza, this wine benefits from warm days and cool nights that help Cabernet Sauvignon ripen fully while preserving natural acidity and aromatic precision.
In the glass, the 2018 vintage shows a deep ruby color with a touch of purple at the rim, hinting at both concentration and youth. The nose is generous and direct: red berries and cassis sit at the core, backed by darker notes of blackberry and black cherry. Layered over the fruit are varietal spice and oak-derived nuances: black pepper, bitter chocolate, a suggestion of caramel, and a fresh eucalyptus lift.
On the palate, this is a medium to full-bodied Cabernet with a clear, linear structure. A ripe, sweet-fruited entry quickly broadens into a wide mid-palate packed with dark fruit. Firm but well-integrated tannins and balanced acidity keep the wine fresh and food-friendly rather than heavy. As it opens, flavors of dark chocolate, dried black fruits, and a touch of minty herb character build toward a long, gently drying finish.
The Altos del Plata line is designed as a pure, youthful expression of a single variety at its ideal altitude, and this Cabernet fits that brief: it is approachable on release yet has enough grip and concentration to handle richer dishes. It pairs confidently with grilled or roasted beef, lamb chops, burgers, meaty pasta sauces, and classic Argentine dishes like empanadas. It also works well with umami-rich vegetarian plates, think roasted portobello mushrooms, eggplant, or lentil stews, and with aged cheeses.
For best results, serve at around 60–65°F and, if possible, decant for about 30 minutes to let the aromatics fully open. Given its quality, strong consumer ratings across vintages, and typical mid-teens to low-twenties price point, the 2018 Altos Del Plata Cabernet Sauvignon is an easy recommendation for shoppers seeking a dependable, flavor-packed red to anchor their everyday drinking or casual entertaining lineup.
