Areyna, Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Luján De Cuyo 2020

Casarena is forging a different path from the other wineries in Mendoza. Instead of searching for undiscovered terroirs in new places like the Uco Valley, it is discovering the hidden gems in its home region of Lujan de Cuyo—a place full of rich tradition, potential, and unique micro-terroirs. Casarena has purchased as well as planted vineyards in several distinctive sites, and they control all aspects of winegrowing and winemaking in order to maximize the flavor expression of these terroirs.

The name “Casarena” is a creative merging of the Spanish words “casa” (house) and “arena” (sand), and is a tribute to their restored 1930s winery made of sand-colored stone and the sandy soil that their estate is built on. Young and innovative winemaker Mariano Quiroga Adamo leads the charge with determination, creativity, and an enthusiastic sense of discovery.

Vineyard: 20-25 year-old vines.

Orientation: 3,000 feet zone in altitude

Soil: alluvial gravels with sand, clay and large stones.

Vinification: Concrete tank fermentation with wild yeast.

Aging: Aged in the concrete tanks for 6 months.

Production: 1,500 cases imported

FOOD PAIRING: Pairs well with grilled pork tacos, stuffed peppers and meatloaf

PRACTICING ORGANIC FARMING.