Discover the top 100 best red wines of Cafayate Valley of Calchaqui Valley as well as the best winemakers in the region. Explore the varietals of the red wines that are popular of Cafayate Valley and the best vintages to taste in this region.
Argentine jewel of the Calchaquí Valleys (Salta) at 1,750 m altitude: signature Torrontés as white king — straw robe with golden glints, aromatic with bright notes of rose, jasmine, geranium, citrus, exotic fruits and a spice touch, a surprising palate of vivacity and minerality. Powerful, concentrated Malbec as red king (black cherry, plum, chocolate, spices, firm tannins). Cabernet and Tannat as backup. Extreme altitude, sandy-gravelly draining soils, strong sunshine.
Light reds with a pale ruby robe, soft tannins, and an airy palate, with simple aromas of red fruits (cherry, strawberry) and floral notes. Accessible, easy-drinking profile. Grown mainly in Mendoza, contributing to Argentine table wines and economical blends. An Argentine black variety descended from grapes brought by Spanish missionaries in the 16th century, vigorous and productive.
red wines from the region of Cafayate Valley go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or poultry such as recipes of savoyard matafans, seven o'clock leg of lamb or spinach and hard-boiled eggs with béchamel sauce.
