Winery Story
Cheval des Andes
Cheval des Andes is Château Cheval Blanc’s sibling property in Argentina, founded in 1999 as a joint venture with LVMH’s Terrazas de Los Andes winery in Mendoza. Over the past decade, resident winemaker Gérald Gabillet has worked closely with Château Cheval Blanc’s managing director, Pierre-Olivier Clouet, to craft a new identity for their Argentine namesake, aligning it more with the philosophy of its Bordeaux counterpart. Recent vintages showcase the family resemblance.
Family Resemblance
“It was Pierre-Olivier’s idea to apply some Cheval Blanc ideas to what we do,” said Gérald Gabillet. “So, we tried to go back to the roots of this project. Ultimately, we want to let the natural balance of the grapes come through in the wines.” Cheval des Andes has around 123 acres of vineyards in...
Winery Information
Address: Sáenz Peña y Callejón de La Reta s/n Las Compuertas — Lujan de Cuyo Mendoza, Argentina
Open for Tastings: Yes
Major Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec
Vineyard Size: 123 acres
Own Winery: Yes
DTC Mailing List: No
Vineyard Sustainability: NA
Year Established: 1999
Owner: Château Cheval Blanc (LVMH)
Winemaker: Gérald Gabillet
Website: https://www.chevaldesandes.com/
Most Recent Reviews for this Winery
Published: September 2025