Pedernal Valley

Pedernal Valley is a sub-region of San Juan, Argentina.

The signature grape is Malbec, backed by Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Syrah and Cabernet Franc.

The ground underneath is low-vigour.

The climate is arid/desert, running semi-arid.

The vineyards themselves read as elevated and mountains.

Red wine and white wine is what the region is known for, and in the glass it shows crisp and some complexity from chardonnay.

Names to look for on a shelf: Graffigna and Pyros.

At the table these bottles work with grilled meats, rich pasta dishes and chocolate desserts.

Serve at 16 to 18°C.

In the glass.

White: Crisp, Some complexity from chardonnay.

Grapes planted here.

Producers worth knowing.

Bottles to look for.

• Bemberg Estate Wines 'La Linterna' Parcela No. 13 Finca La Yesca Malbec, Pedernal Valley, Argentina
• Callia Contracara Reserva Blend, Pedernal Valley, Argentina
• Callia Contracara Reserva Chardonnay, Pedernal Valley, Argentina
• Callia Contracara Reserva Malbec, Pedernal Valley, Argentina
• Elodia Pedernal Estate Single Vineyard Malbec, Pedernal Valley, Argentina
• Finca Las Moras 'Sagrado' Malbec, Pedernal Valley, Argentina
• Finca Las Moras Barrel Select Malbec, Pedernal Valley, Argentina
• Finca Las Moras Finca Pedernal Malbec, Pedernal Valley, Argentina

At the table.

• Grilled meats
• Rich pasta dishes
• Chocolate desserts

Serving and cellaring.

• Serve at 16 to 18°C.

Nearby regions.

Pedernal Valley: common questions

More from here: every wine region in Argentina, or the wider San Juan guide.