Embraced for their freshness, vibrant aromatics and fruit-forward qualities, wines from the Gualtallary zone of Tupungato in Mendoza’s Uco Valley have become “must-haves” for Argentine connoisseurs. With altitudes ranging up to 5,249 feet, Gualtallary occupies the highest extremes of Mendoza’s viticultural limits.

Domaine Bousquet, an early pioneer in this high-altitude sub-region of the Uco Valley, stands out for its singular reliance on eco-friendly organic fruit. And their prices are very competitive!

Today, Domaine Bousquet is housed in a striking modern winery, complete with a hospitality area and restaurant, and the property accounts for 667 acres planted under vine.

In future Behind the Cork™ Wine of the Week features we’ll take a more in-depth look at each of these wines from Domaine Bousquet (left to right):

• 2022 Gaia Malbec Nouveau ($20)

• 2021 Virgen Red Blend ($13)

• Sparkling Rosé ($13)

• 2022 LO CA Chardonnay ($14)

• 2020 Gran Cabernet Sauvignon / SRP $20

• 2021 Reserve Pinot Noir / SRP $18

So, stay tuned for more on each of these wonderful wines from Domaine Bousquet! Cheers!

Disclosure of Wine Sample Submission: I received these samples at no cost for review. The opinions expressed are entirely my own.

Samples Provided by Domaine Bousquet (via Creative Palate Communications)