Originally from France, Terrazas de los Andes’s Founder Hervé Birnie‑Scott grew up in the Loire Valley. After graduating with a degree in Agronomy Engineering and Winemaking, Hervé went on to become an expert in cool‑climate viticulture, working in locales such as Sancerre, Victoria, Tasmania, and Napa Valley. In 1991, he ventured to Argentina with Moët Hennessy on a project to search for high‑altitude vineyards in Mendoza. Hervé’s explorations led to the creation of Terrazas de los Andes, which released its first vintage in 1996.

From the late 1990s to 2008, Hervé held several different roles within Moët Hennessy based in Argentina and Europe, including Winemaking and Operations Director for the Chandon Estate; Operations Director for Moët & Chandon, Dom Perignon, Mercier, and Ruinart; and Technical Director for Estates & Wines in Toro, Spain. In 2009, he returned to Mendoza and to Terrazas de los Andes, where he continues his passion for the art of winemaking as Estate Director.

Born in Argentina, Claudio has been passionate about the transcendent power of nature and the diverse flora and fauna of his homeland since he was a child (back when he just called them ‘plants’). His childhood wonder and curiosity evolved into an earnest pursuit of a career in agronomy. He first ventured to the Pacific Northwest Region of the United States where he cut his teeth in the wine industry and learned about viticulture before returning to Argentina. In his native Mendoza, Claudio refined his newfound knowledge and accumulated two decades of experience before eventually landing at Terrazas de los Andes to serve as the Vineyard Director, where he oversees the development of our vineyards and grapes. 

Born and raised in Mendoza, José inherited a passion for winemaking from his family tree, including his great-grandfather who, impressively, was the first agronomist in Argentina to become a winemaker. Following in his grandfather’s footsteps and guided by his own natural talents and passions, José studied Oenology and Food Industry at Don Bosco University before completing a postgraduate degree in Viticulture Development at the National University of Córdoba. Today, as the Head Winemaker at Terrazas de los Andes, he is widely celebrated as the “guardian of quality.”

Daniela studied Agricultural Engineering at the National University of Cuyo in Mendoza and continues furthering her education today as a PhD candidate in Biological Sciences. As the R&D and Sustainability Manager at Terrazas de los Andes, Daniela has been the driving force behind research and development projects in the Terrazas vineyards since 2021. Her expertise pushes us to innovate, and with a special focus on sustainability initiatives, her contributions consistently enhance measures that protect our environment while making the highest quality wine possible. 

Mariano studied Agronomy at the National University of Cuyo, where he later also obtained a master's degree in Agro‑industrial Business Management. After a decade of service and a number of roles in the wine industry overseeing grape buying, harvest logistics, and vineyards management, Mariano joined Terrazas de los Andres in 2021 as an Agronomist in charge of the Finca Licán vineyard.Like a true guardian of mountain life, Mariano is also is currently in charge of optimizing the efficiency of water usage in all the winery’s vineyards. 

Noelia began her journey at Terrazas de los Andes in 2007, helping open the winery’s first restaurant preparing regional Argentinian foods under the tutelage of the head chef. In 2015, Noelia took over the restaurant after refining her craft and developing her own cuisine d’auteur. With locally sourced ingredients and fresh vegetables picked from her huerta, Noelia develops and presents her remarkable dishes with a singular artistry and passion, and she ensures that each pairing complements and highlights the individual qualities of each wine. 

After studying Oenology at Don Bosco University, Maximiliano first applied his scientific skills at Bodegas Chandon as a Laboratory Analyst, eventually joining Terrazas de los Andes in 2021. As a Winemaker, Maximiliano plays an important role in ensuring the quality of all our wines. His favorite part of his job is following the entire journey of the winemaking process– from the moment the grapes arrive at the winery, to the bottling, to tasting the unique terroir in each varietal and vintage.

Crafting quality wine is an elaborate and delicate process and Juan’s familiarity with each step plays an invaluable role. After graduating from the School of Agricultural Sciences at National University of Cuyo, Juan first joined Terrazas de los Andes in 2005 as a Quality Control Technician of grapes and winery operations and today he serves as Vineyards Sustainability Manager taking care of two of our key vineyards in Luján de Cuyo.

A native of Mendoza and a wine industry veteran, Velentín developed an affinity for the industry at a young age thanks to his father who worked in Tupungato winery. His professional experience officially began at Chandon on the bottling line, a time during which a fortuitous 1991 encounter with Terrazas de los Andes founder, Hervé, would spark a fast bond and a meaningful working partnership. Today, as Winery Supervisor, Valentín oversees 7 operators, ensuring the quality of our wine and the safe working conditions of our employees.

As the Las Compuertas Vineyard Supervisor, Luis looks after our most treasured jewel: an un‑grafted, pre‑phylloxera Malbec vineyard planted in 1929. He first joined the Terrazas de los Andes team in 1994, starting in the vine nursery where he learned about viticulture and the art of winemaking. In addition to his valuable service to the winery, Luis is currently pursuing a degree in Agronomy at the Technological Institute (ITU) in Tupungato, Uco Valley. 

Originally from Bolivia, Alicia has been a key presence in the Las Compuertas and Los Aromos vineyards since 2006, where she participates in everything from harvesting and pruning to collecting valuable data for various sustainability projects.