Our Wines

With constant care and personal style – essential elements for great quality – Fabre Montmayou combines modern winemaking, Argentina’s terroir and the Bordeaux "savoir-faire" to produce wines of unique personality.

As you would expect from such a pioneer of premium Argentine Malbec, the Fabre Montmayou range is very much built around the Malbec grape. However the range has expanded over the years to include other interesting and key varieties which demonstrate the incredible potential of these wine growing regions. The quality of all the Fabre Montmayou wines is a true testament to the incredible winemaking skill of Hervé and his team and illustrates the extreme versatility of Argentina.
Hervé believes that wine should be an expression of the fruit and the vineyard. His use of oak follows this philosophy – his wines are always fruit-driven, and where he uses French oak it is very much in a supporting role, so it never dominates.
Our wines are split into two sections. Our Mendoza range offers superb value wines with pure fruit, rich but elegant and with incredible complexity: the hallmark of Argentina wines.

Moving south, our wines from Patagonia are elegant and restrained thanks to cooler climate found in this wild region.

All of our Fabre Montmayou wines are suitable for both vegetarians and vegans.

Fabre Montmayou Malbec Rosé

Vineyard Location

Mendoza

Grapes
100% Malbec
Yield

60 hl/ ha

Deleafing and green picking is performed in December. Meticulous sorting is performed by hand prior to vinification in order to select the best grapes.

Fermentation
The grapes are pneumatically pressed and then fermentation is carried out in stainless steel tanks with selected yeast at a controlled temperature of 14-16°C.
Tasting Notes
A very delicate pale rosé colour. The wine has fresh fruit aromas of strawberries and raspberries with citrus hints. A crisp, well-balanced wine, the perfect rosé to drink in the sunshine and delicious with char-grilled fish or tuna empanadas.

Fabre Montmayou Reserva Syrah

Vineyard Location

Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza

Grapes
100% Syrah
Yield
45 hl/ ha Deleafing and green picking is performed in December. Harvest is realized manually.
Fermentation
Cold maceration carried out at 10ºC – 12ºC for 5 days prior to fermentation which is carried out at a controlled temperature of 26-28° C. 4 pump-overs per day and a long maceration period of 20 days.
Ageing
60% of the wine is aged in French oak for 12 months.
Tasting Notes
Red colour with shiny violet tones. Very complex and elegant bouquet. Plenty of wild red fruits like blackberries and cherries, liquorish and delicate hints of flowers. On the palate, the wine shows a remarkable balance with very elegant, delicate and silky tannins. Great combined with red meats, games, rich cheeses and chocolate.

Fabre Montmayou Reserva Malbec

Vineyard Location
Vistalba, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza
Grapes
100% Malbec
Yield

45 hl/ ha

Deleafing and green picking is performed in December. Harvest is realized manually.

Fermentation
Cold maceration carried out at 10ºC – 12ºC for 5 days prior to fermentation which is carried out at a controlled temperature of 26°C. 4 pump-overs per day and a long maceration period of 25 days.
Ageing
60% of the wine is aged in French oak for 12 months.
Tasting Notes
Deep red colour with violet tones. Very intense bouquet with red cherry fruit and spices. Complex and well balanced with vanilla and chocolate notes from the oak. A modern style wine, with sweet silky tannins. Great with all kind of grilled meats, games and cheeses.

Fabre Montmayou Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon

Vineyard Location
Perdriel, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza
Grapes
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Yield

45 hl/ ha

Deleafing and green picking is performed in December. Harvest is realized manually.

Fermentation
Cold maceration carried out at 8ºC for 5 days prior to fermentation which is carried out at a controlled temperature of 26-28°C. 4 pump-overs per day and a long maceration period of 20-25 days.
Ageing
60% of the wine is aged in French oak for 12 months.
Tasting Notes
Intense red colour. Very good concentration on the nose, with aromas of dark blackberries and cassis fruits. Juicy and fruity on the palate, with hints of coffee and leather from the oak. Full bodied, silky tannins and long finish. Great accompaniment to meats and strong cheeses.

Fabre Montmayou Grand Vin

Vineyard Location
Vistalba, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza
Grapes

85% Malbec, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot

Age of the Vineyard
The vines were planted in 1908
Yield

30 hl/ ha

Deleafing and green picking is carried out in December.
Harvest is realized manually in small trays of 20 kg in
order not to damage the grapes. Double selection is
performed: first selection of bunches and a second
selection grape by grape.

Fermentation
Cold maceration is carried out at 10°C-12°C for 5 days prior to fermentation which takes place at a controlled temperature of 29°C in order to preserve the optimum expression of the “terroir”. 4 pump-overs per day and a long maceration period of 20 days at 25°C.
Ageing
100% exclusively in French oak barrels for 16 months.
Tasting Notes
Deep red colour with dense violet tones. The bouquet, attractive and charming, provides an explosion of red cherry and plum fruits. The French oak adds delicious hints of vanilla, coffee, and interesting complexity. On the palate, the wine is rich and well structured with soft tannins. A long and elegant finish. Superb combined with delicate dishes, grilled meats, and chocolate desserts.

Fabre Montmayou Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon

Vineyard Location

Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza

Grapes
100 % Cabernet Sauvignon
Age of the Vineyard
On average 30 years old
Yield

35 hl/ ha

Deleafing and green picking is carried out in December. Harvest is realized manually in small trays of 20 kg in order not to damage the grapes. Double selection is performed: first selection of bunches and a second selection grape by grape.

Fermentation
Cold maceration carried out at 8ºC for 5 days prior to fermentation which is carried out at a controlled temperature of 28° C. 4 pump-overs per day and a long maceration period of 25 days.
Ageing
100 % exclusively in French oak barrels for 12 months. Followed by 12 months in bottle before release.
Tasting Notes
Very intense ruby red colour. Attractive bouquet with hints of blackberries, raspberries, spices and mint. Good intensity on the palate, with silky tannins greatly balanced with the oak. Great with red meats, games and rich cheeses.

Fabre Montmayou Reserva Merlot

Vineyard Location

Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza

Grapes

100% Merlot

Yield

45 hl/ ha

Deleafing and green picking. Harvest is realized manually.

Fermentation
Cold maceration carried out at 10ºC – 12ºC for 5 days prior to fermentation which is carried out at a controlled temperature of 26-28°C. 4 pump-overs per day and a long maceration period of 20-25 days.
Ageing
60% of the wine is aged in French oak for 12 months.
Tasting Notes
Very intense cherry red colour. The aromas are a remarkable combination of wild berries, vanilla and coffee. On the palate is a complex and velvety wine, fruity, with a pleasant finish. Great combined with grilled meats, pasta and soft cheeses.

Fabre Montmayou Reserva Cabernet Franc

Vineyard Location
Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza
Grapes
100% Cabernet Franc
Yield

45 hl/ ha

Deleafing and green picking is performed in December. Harvest is realized manually.

Fermentation
Cold maceration carried out at 10ºC – 12ºC for 5 days prior to fermentation which is carried out at a controlled temperature of 26 – 28°C. 4 pump-overs per day and a long maceration period of 20 days at 25°C.
Ageing
60% of the wine is aged in French oak for 12 months.
Tasting Notes
Intense red colour. Elegant on the nose, with red and black fruit aromas and hints of mint. Fresh and well balanced, with a long finish. Best served with lamb stew, pork, game and chocolate desserts.

Fabre Montmayou Gran Reserva Malbec

Vineyard Location
Vistalba, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza
Grapes
100 % Malbec
Age of the Vineyard
Over 50 years old
Yield

35 hl/ ha

Deleafing and green picking is performed in December.
Harvest is realized manually in small trays of 20 kg in
order not to damage the grapes. Double selection is performed: first selection of bunches and a second selection grape by grape.

Fermentation

Cold maceration carried out at 10ºC – 12ºC for 5 days prior to fermentation which is carried out at a controlled temperature of 28°C. 4 pump-overs per day and a long maceration period of 25 days.

Ageing
100 % exclusively in French oak barrels for 12 months. Followed by 12 months in bottle before release.
Tasting Notes
Red colour with shiny violet tones. Very complex and elegant bouquet. Plenty of wild red fruits like blackberries and cherries, liquorish and delicate hints of flowers. On the palate, the wine shows a remarkable balance with very elegant, delicate and silky tannins. Great combined with red meats, games, rich cheeses and chocolate.

Fabre Montmayou Reserva Chardonnay

Vineyard Location
Lujan de Cuyo and Tupungato, Mendoza
Grapes
100% Chardonnay
Yield

45 hl/ ha

Harvest is realized manually in order not to damage the grapes.

Fermentation
Skin maceration takes place for 8 hours, then fermentation is carried out in stainless steel tanks with selected yeasts at a controlled temperature of 14°- 16°C.
Tasting Notes
Light yellow colour. A rich Chardonnay with a good structure and great acidity. The nose is fresh with elegant aromas of white pears and citrus fruits. On the palate it is rich and full-bodied. Perfect to enjoy with cheese, poultry and seafood.

Fabre Montmayou Torrontés

Vineyard Location
Valle de Uco, Mendoza
Grapes
100% Torrontés
Yield

70 hl/ ha

Deleafing and green picking is performed in December. Harvest is realized manually in order not to damage the grapes.

Fermentation
Skin maceration takes place for 8 hours, then fermentation is carried out in stainless steel tanks with selected yeast at a controlled temperature of 14-16°C.
Tasting Notes
Delicate aromas of white flowers, lychees with a touch of lime that adds a delicious freshness to the wine. An elegant and well-balanced wine, the perfect accompaniment to empanadas, Thai food and lightly spiced dishes.

Fabre Montmayou Patagonia Gran Reserva Merlot

Vineyard Location
Alto Valle, Rio Negro, Patagonia
Grapes

100% Merlot

Age of the Vineyard

Over 40 years old

Yield

35 hl/ ha

Deleafing and green picking is carried out in December. Harvest is realized manually. Double selection is performed: first selection of bunches and a second selection grape by grape.

Fermentation
Cold maceration is carried out at 10ºC – 12ºC for 5 days prior to fermentation which takes place at a controlled temperature of 28 – 30° C. 4 pump-overs per day followed by a long maceration of 30 days.
Ageing
100% of the wine is aged in French oak barrels for 12 months.
Tasting Notes
Intense deep red colour. Very complex bouquet of wild fruits like blackberries and strawberries. The oak aging gives notes of vanilla and caramel which harmonise beautifully with the fruit. A full-bodied wine with excellent structure, very elegant on the palate. Great with all kind of grilled meats, games, and cheeses.

Fabre Montmayou Patagonia Barrel Selection Malbec

Vineyard Location
Alto Valle, Rio Negro, Patagonia
Grapes

100% Malbec

Age of the Vineyard
On average 30 years old
Yield

45 hl/ ha

Deleafing and green picking is carried out in December. Harvest is realized manually.

Fermentation
Cold maceration is carried out at 10°C-12°C for 5 days prior to fermentation which takes place at a controlled temperature of 26-28°C. 4 pump-overs per day and a long maceration period of 30 days.
Ageing
60% of the wine is aged in French oak for 12 months.
Tasting Notes
Intense red colour with violet tones. Elegant and attractive aromas of liquorish, violets and spices. A very rich and complex wine, a true Malbec from Patagonia. Great with red meats, games and cheeses.

Fabre Montmayou Patagonia Barrel Selection Cabernet Sauvignon

Vineyard Location
Alto Valle, Rio Negro, Patagonia
Grapes

100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Age of the Vineyard
On average 30 years old
Yield

45 hl/ ha

Deleafing and green picking is carried out in December. Harvest is realized manually.

Fermentation

Cold maceration is carried out at 10°C-12°C for 5 days prior to fermentation which takes place at a controlled temperature of 26°C. 4 pump-overs per day and a long maceration period of 28 – 30 days.

Ageing
60% of the wine is aged in French oak for 12 months.
Tasting Notes
Intense red colour. Charming aromas of red fruits with hints of vanilla and chocolate. A fantastic wine with an elegant and round finish. Great with red meats, rich dishes and cheeses.