Aguada

2008 Maule Valley Red Blend

De Martino Aguada is a splendid red blend from the renowned Maule Valley, showcasing the region's exceptional winemaking heritage. This wine exhibits a beautiful red hue, inviting you to explore its deep, complex aromas. On the palate, it delivers a medium-bodied experience, balancing lively acidity with a subtle fruit intensity that reflects ripe red fruits and elegant notes of earthiness. The tannins are notably structured, adding a pleasing firmness that enhances the wine’s character. With its beautifully integrated flavors and a hint of dryness, De Martino Aguada serves as a delightful companion to various dishes, making it a fantastic choice for both casual gatherings and special occasions. This exceptional offering from the 2008 vintage truly embodies the unique terroir of the Maule Valley.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Region:

Maule Valley

When it comes to well-balanced reds of great value, Chile's Maule Valley is hard to beat. The southernmost part of Chile's Central Valley, Maule is a large sub-region with many microclimates and soil types. The Maule River and the nearby Pacific Ocean both greatly influence its climate. Maule was one of the first places in Chile planted with grapevines. It is famed today for its 100-year-old Carignan vines and the densely sumptuous wines they produce. More typical, however, are its powerful Cabernet Sauvignon, spicy aromatic Carménère and plush Merlot reds. For whites, check out Maule's cheery Sauvignon Blanc and rounded Chardonnay. Chile’s Denominación de Origen (DO) classification system focuses on separating wines by the physical location of origin. To use the DO classification on a label, a producer must have pulled 85 percent of the fruit used in a wine from a defined regional location. The DO system names wine regions in the country from north to south.

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