Bodega Weinert is not exactly a typical "New World" winery, even as it sits smack in the middle of the premium New World region of Lujan de Cujo in Argentina's Mendoza.

Established in 1977, the winery has had an "old world" philosophy from the outset. Looking to make wines rather restrained in style with savory aromas and a bright core of acidity, they are highly drinkable on opening them young yet have an amazing capacity to age.

In fact it is this capacity to age that sets these wines firmly in a different category for the region. All of their wines except the Pedro del Castillo range are aged in large 60 years old casks until they are deemed ready for release by winemaker Hubert Weber. This decision makes the wines supple and nicely integrated with slight of tertiary notes like leather and moka while keeping beautiful notes of fruits succulently melted together in lip-smacking harmony. The freshness of their acidity lifts them on the palate making them highly drinkable and so inviting to food. The types of wine one more commonly finds in Italy rather than in Argentina...

I had the chance to taste so many great wines but my favorite was the Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 (the bottle without a label on the pic). A wine of absolutely wonderful texture with an excellent balance of components and velvety tannins caressing the palate. More cashmere than wine... Complex aromas at once tertiary and primary with succulently developed red cherries and blackcurrant fruits, with plum and a touch of figs. Cedar, sandalwood, and pencil shavings nicely complement a lovely bouquet... With a great concentration and deep nose, for sure this wine can develop another 5-8 more years beautifully...