Bodega Bressia
Luján de Cuyo • Signature Wines • Mendoza
"The culmination of detail: A boutique winery where the Agrelo terroir merges with Walter Bressia's humanist and artisanal vision."
01. The Legacy Behind a Name
Bodega Bressia is not just a production house; it's a statement of principles by Walter Bressia, an iconic figure in South American enology and former president of Bodegas de Argentina. After decades leading large-scale projects, he founded this boutique winery in 2003 to focus on crafting "wines with a soul."
Within our catalog of wines from Argentina, Bressia stands out for its focus on micro-vinification. Located in Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo, the winery operates under the region's first Controlled Designation of Origin (D.O.C.), ensuring quality standards that are a benchmark for the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV).
02. The Terroir of Agrelo and the Uco Valley
The Blending Philosophy
Unlike the purely varietal trend, Bressia is a master of blending. His wines seek complexity through the integration of French and American oak, achieving historic scores in Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. Explore our collection of cellar-worthy wines to find these oenological gems.
High-Altitude Purity
With grapes sourced from selected vineyards in the Uco Valley, Bressia develops its Sylvestra line. These wines move away from oak to showcase the primary freshness of Malbec and Sauvignon Blanc, a vision promoted internationally by Wines of Argentina.
Iconic Portfolio
- • Bressia Profundo: The house's flagship. A red blend that redefines Argentine elegance, with a structure that invites prolonged evolution in the bottle.
- • Lágrima Canela: A high-end white wine. A blend of Chardonnay and Semillon with barrel fermentation, praised by Decanter for its richness and balance.
- • Bressia Royale: Their venture into sparkling wines. Made using the traditional method, it represents the sophistication of Mendoza's bubbles.
Sommelier's Frequently Asked Questions
What is the aging potential of Bressia red wines?
Thanks to their meticulous acid balance and the concentration of noble tannins, labels such as Profundo or Conjuro have an aging potential of between 10 and 15 years under optimal cellar conditions (14°C - 16°C).
What pairing is recommended for the Sylvestra line?
Being fruity and unoaked wines, Sylvestra Malbec is ideal for lean meats, pasta with red sauces, or semi-hard cheese boards. At LA CAVA SHOP, we suggest serving them at a temperature of 15°C to highlight their vitality.
