Caligiore, Argentina

World-class wines are now coming from New World countries such as Argentina. The story of Caligore wine estate in Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, began in 1930, when the Italian emigrant family Caligore plants the first vines and olive trees. The wine business started well, and the present owner Gustavo’s grandfather soon expanded the vineyard area. With the mighty Andes in view, terraces were established at their foot and planted with Malbec, Syrah and Cabernet.

Today, olive trees mingle with vines up to 80 years old in vineyards at 900 metres above sea level. The vines produce aromatic grapes with small pips. Some 300 days of sunshine and pure mountain water help produce excellent, intense wines rich in tannins and aroma. The wines are certified by O.I.A. (Organización International Agropecuaria) to European organic standards.