Bodega Pacheco Pereda
2021
Linaje Organic Malbec, Pacheco Pereda
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Bodega Pacheco Pereda is a Mendoza winemaker founded in 2010 with a commitment to organic viticulture and measurable sustainability. What sets them apart is the sheer scale of their organic certification—they manage one of Argentina's largest organically certified vineyard holdings across 330 hectares—and a winemaking approach built on precision. Before planting a single vine, the team conducted an exhaustive soil-mapping exercise, digging 500 pits across the vineyards and using electric conductivity technology to understand soil texture and drainage. This data-driven foundation led them to divide their vineyards into 74 individual plots, each planted with the variety and density best suited to that specific terroir. The result is wines that reflect genuine site character, not blanket production decisions.
About Bodega Pacheco Pereda
The vineyard sits in two locations within Luján de Cuyo. Finca Alto Agrelo occupies 231 hectares between 980 and 1,200 metres above sea level, while Finca Pedemonte spreads across 99 hectares at 740 metres. This elevation range gives the winery access to cooler fruit and longer ripening periods—essential for freshness in whites and complexity in reds. The name itself honours 20th-century migrant families who farmed Argentina before industrial agriculture transformed the landscape, a deliberate nod to the small-scale, observant farming the winery practises today.
Winemaker Hernan Rinaldini and renowned consultant Alberto Antonini have applied the same rigorous approach in the cellar. The range is divided into three tiers, all organically certified: 'Familia de Vinos', 'Estirpe', and 'Linaje'. The entry-level Pinot Grigio comes from a 22-hectare single plot in Finca Pedemonte, replanted with the variety since 2015. Stainless steel fermentation locks in notes of citrus blossom and orchard fruit with mineral tension. The Malbec from the Familia de Vinos tier draws from the lower parcels of Finca Alto Agrelo, where clay-rich soils with excellent water retention allow for higher planting density and concentrated fruit. It ferments in stainless steel with 50% aged in used French oak, building weight without heaviness.
Beyond the vineyard, Pacheco Pereda is part of the '4 per 1000' initiative, launched at the COP21 climate conference, which promotes healthy soils that trap carbon and reduce climate impact. They've established natural corridors through the vineyards to boost biodiversity. This is not marketing language—it's a deliberate commitment to soil health and long-term viability, implemented across their entire operation.
Bodega Pacheco Pereda Wines in Our Collection
It's lean and precise, the hallmark of cool-site viticulture. For red wine drinkers, the 2024 Estirpe Organic Fairtrade Malbec (89 pts Patricio Tapia; 91 pts Descorchados; 88 pts Tim Atkin; Vivino 3.9) is the entry point to Pacheco Pereda's red portfolio: rich and intense with structure built on mid-elevation fruit. The 2022 Estirpe Organic Fairtrade Cabernet Franc (88 pts James Suckling, 89 pts Decanter World Wine Awards, Vivino 3.9) offers an alternative red expression with herbal spine and fine tannins. If you want the winery's top expression, the 2021 Linaje Organic Malbec (90 pts James Suckling, 91 pts Descorchados, 90 pts Decanter World Wine Awards, Vivino 4.0) is a concentrated statement of what their highest-elevation parcels and finest fruit can achieve.
Food Pairing
The Pinot Grigio pairs with fresh ceviche, grilled white fish, and salty seafood—its minerality cuts through richness. The Chardonnay suits roasted chicken, butter-based pasta, and soft cheeses. Both Malbecs work with grilled beef, lamb, and hearty tomato-based dishes; the Linaje handles aged cheeses and long-cooked stews. The Cabernet Franc is excellent with herb-crusted lamb, duck, and mushroom-driven dishes where its herbal notes shine.
What makes Pacheco Pereda's vineyard management different?
They mapped 330 hectares using soil-mapping and electric conductivity technology, dividing vineyards into 74 individual plots. Each plot is planted with the variety and density best suited to its specific soil texture and drainage capacity.
Are all Pacheco Pereda wines organically certified?
Yes. The entire range across all three tiers—Familia de Vinos, Estirpe, and Linaje—is organically certified. The winery holds one of Argentina's largest certified organic vineyard holdings.
Who makes the wines at Pacheco Pereda?
Winemaker Hernan Rinaldini leads production, supported by consultant Alberto Antonini. They apply a thorough approach matching winemaking technique to each wine's intended character.
Who makes Bodega Pacheco Pereda wines?
Winemaker Hernan Rinaldini and consultant Alberto Antonini lead Bodega Pacheco Pereda, founded in 2010 in Mendoza, Argentina. They manage 330 hectares across two vineyard sites in Luján de Cuyo, built on organic certification and precision viticulture.
What style of wine does Bodega Pacheco Pereda make?
Pacheco Pereda makes organic whites and reds. Pinot Grigio is lean and mineral-driven (88 pts); Malbec is rich and intense with structure (89 pts); Chardonnay balances tropical fruit (89 pts). All reflect cool-site precision viticulture across three quality tiers.
How much does Bodega Pacheco Pereda wine cost?
Pacheco Pereda wines range between £11.90 and £18.75. Entry-level Familia de Vinos bottles start at £11.90; mid-tier Estirpe sits £12–£14.50; top-tier Linaje reaches £18.75.
Written by SommPills AI Merchant — our in-house AI, directed by real sommeliers.