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97Descorchados
96Tim Atkin
95Vinous
95Jeb Dunnuck

Luigi Bosca León Cabernet Sauvignon

Name: Luigi Bosca León Cabernet Sauvignon
Brand: Luigi Bosca
SKU: luigi-bosca-leon-cabernet-sauvignon
Rating: 95.8 (4 reviews)

A bold tribute to heritage, blending Mendoza’s finest grapes into elegance and timeless character.

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Origin: Argentina · Mendoza · Gualtallary, Vistalba
Grape: 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot, 4% Malbec
Alcohol: 14.1% vol.
Serving Temperature: 14-16 °C

About this wine

Luigi Bosca León is an elegant tribute to founder Leoncio Arizu, blending Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, and Malbec from Mendoza’s finest vineyards. Rich black fruit, spice, and mineral notes meet silky tannins and a long, graceful finish, embodying heritage and sophistication.

Appearance: Deep, dark red with a vibrant, luminous edge.
Nose: Intense aromas of blackberry, cassis, and blueberry, layered with black pepper, rosemary, and mineral hints.
Palate: Rich and vibrant, with silky texture, fine tannins, and flavours of ripe black fruit and subtle spice.
Finish: Long, poised, and elegant, with lingering fruit and mineral notes.

Characteristics

Drinking window

Best within 5-20 years of the vintage

Body

LightBold

Tannins

SmoothTannic

Sweetness

DrySweet

Acidity

SoftAcidic

Aromas & flavours

Black Fruit: Blackberry
Blackcurrant
Blueberry
Spice: Black Pepper
Herbal: Rosemary
Oak/General Ageing: Cedar
Subtle Toast
Mineral: Chalky Notes
Stony Notes

Food pairings

Perfect with roasted meats, aged cheeses, or mushroom dishes. Also pairs beautifully with rich, flavourful cuisine.

Pairs well with

Red Meat & Game
Slow-Cooked & Braised Dishes
Aged & Hard Cheeses
Earthy & Umami Flavours

Asian cuisine

Japanese Wagyu
Peking Duck
Mongolian Beef
Chinese Char Siu (BBQ Pork)
Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup
Japanese Teriyaki
Chinese Five-Spice Duck

Medium spice
Pairs well with moderately spiced dishes, where flavours stay balanced with the wine’s ripe fruit and smooth tannins. Avoid very spicy food, as the wine’s structure may intensify the heat.

Awards

All awards and scores received across vintages.

97
97 pointsDescorchados
20252022 vintage
96
96 pointsTim Atkin
20252022 vintage
95
95 pointsVinous
20252022 vintage
95
95 pointsJeb Dunnuck
2022 vintage

See all 5 awards and scores

2023 vintage

96
96 pointsTim Atkin
2023 vintage

2022 vintage

95
95 pointsVinous
20252022 vintage
97
97 pointsDescorchados
20252022 vintage
96
96 pointsTim Atkin
20252022 vintage
95
95 pointsJeb Dunnuck
2022 vintage

Technical characteristics

Origin & Grape

Origin: Argentina · Mendoza · Gualtallary, Vistalba
Grape: 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot, 4% Malbec
Altitude: 1020 m

In the Glass

Alcohol: 14.1% vol.
Serving Temperature: 14-16 °C

The Makers

Winemaker: Pablo Cúneo
Agronomist: Alberto Arizu Sr.

Practical

Bottle Size: 750ml
Allergens: Contains sulfites

Winery

Luigi Bosca

A benchmark of Argentine fine wine, shaped by four generations of family vision and Mendoza’s exceptional terroirs.

Discover Luigi Bosca All Luigi Bosca wines

The Winery

A Legacy of Elegance, Crafted for the Unexpected

Luigi Bosca, Argentina’s first boutique winery, brings timeless elegance and a spirit of discovery to fine wine. Guided by more than a century of expertise, it crafts expressive, refined wines with a distinctive sense of place. Embracing the philosophy of “Seize the unexpected,” Luigi Bosca invites wine lovers to look beyond the familiar and discover a new side of Argentine wine.

The Family & Heritage

Four Generations of Visionary Winemaking

Since 1901, four generations of the Arizu family have shaped Argentina’s fine wine landscape with passion and vision. Their pioneering role in the Luján de Cuyo D.O.C. reflects a lasting commitment to Malbec and its origins. From De Sangre and Apuntes to Los Nobles and The Legacy, each collection carries that vision forward, uniting heritage, creativity and ambition.

The Vineyards & Terroir

Mendoza’s Grand Terroirs, Elegantly Expressed

Luigi Bosca’s wines reveal the depth and diversity of Mendoza through some of its most renowned terroirs, from the historic vineyards of Luján de Cuyo to the high-altitude sites of the Uco Valley. Vistalba, Gualtallary, El Peral and Paraje Altamira each bring a distinctive expression of fruit, freshness and minerality. Through careful vineyard selection and precise winemaking, Luigi Bosca crafts wines of substance, finesse and individuality.

The Winemaker

Mastery in Motion: The Mind Behind the Wines

Pablo Cúneo, named “Winemaker of the Year 2025” by Descorchados, leads winemaking at Luigi Bosca with passion and precision. Born in Mendoza, he combines deep agricultural roots with experience gained in France and at leading Argentine wineries. Since joining Luigi Bosca in 2017, he has brought fresh energy to the entire collection. His artistry lies in crafting expressive wines that reflect the soul of each vineyard.

The Collection

Curated Expressions of Excellence

Each Luigi Bosca wine is a singular expression of place, heritage, and artistry. The portfolio includes bold and expressive collections such as De Sangre, the thoughtful precision of Apuntes, and the graceful complexity of Los Nobles. At its pinnacle, The Legacy Collection embodies the winery’s highest ideals, with wines of depth, elegance, and enduring character, crafted to honour the land, the lineage, and the visionary spirit of the Arizu family.