PerSe, lubileus, 2021

Est. delivery in early 2025.

PerSe is the personal project of Edgardo (Edy) del Popolo and David Bonomi, two pioneers in the Argentine wine industry. The two met in 1995 while working together at a local winery and have since become leading figures in Argentina’s wine scene. David is one of the most knowledgeable oenologists in the Uco Valley, with extensive experience across the region, from Altamira in the south to Gualtallary in the north. Edy, who grew up in Mendoza’s vineyards, studied oenology and agronomy and has worked with some of Argentina’s most renowned estates.

Their vineyards are in Gualtallary, a high-altitude region in Tupungato, Uco Valley, where they cultivate small plots of just 0.2-0.5 hectares at around 1,300 meters above sea level. The high altitude creates cooler day and night temperatures, averaging 3-6°C lower than in Mendoza city, which allows only certain plots to produce the exceptional quality of grapes they seek.

The Iubileus 2021 is full-bodied with robust, finely grained tannins and a lively acidity that keeps the wine vibrant and fresh. The dark fruit flavours are deep and intense, balanced by mineral notes and a touch of savoury spice. The finish is exceptionally long and structured, with lingering impressions of fruit, earth, and a distinctive chalky minerality that highlights the high-altitude terroir.