Page 24 www.lux-review.com LUXlife Food & Drink Awards 2022 Oct22049 With vineyards bordering Mendoza and Cafayate Valley, the illustrious Argentinian Kaikén Winery has been deeply entwined with Argentina’s rich and deep winemaking industry and history since its establishment in 2001. The popular winery sits in the heart of the Luján de Cuyo’s wine route, and though it focuses on Malbec – made from a range of terroirs – its portfolio is quite diverse. It includes a range of exceptional wines, such as Chardonnay-Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc, crafted expertly and using the beautiful local geography, high-quality ingredients, with the brilliant and experienced team at the helm. Since its establishment, Kaikén Winery has grown to become one of the key producers in the region. This is thanks, in no small part, to the early investment of Aurelio Montes and the rest of the immensely talented team involved. Chilean winemaker Aurelio Montes brought his expertise and enthusiasm to Argentina and gleefully created Kaikén Winery. Coming from his own experience, having founded Bodega Montes in Chile, several trips to Mendoza showcased that the area at the foot of the Alps was the perfect place to craft the perfect wine. However, it takes far more than Aurelio’s expertise to build and maintain Kaikén’s standards. With six years of experience in the winery, Juan Pablo Solis is Kaikén’s head of oenology, working closely with the winery’s agricultural In 2000, Aurelio Montes discovered Mendoza as a generous land filled with great vines and hardworking people that would be the perfect place for a new winery. A year later, Kaikén Wines exploded onto the scene, crafting wines that embody everything an exceptional wine ought to be. Built over the years using expert techniques and the incredible Argentinian landscape, Kaikén has done a lot to showcase its skills. Kaikén Most Sustainable Premium Wine Producer – Argentina
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