Aliwen Reserva

2008 Rapel Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah

The Aliwen Aliwen Reserva is an exquisite red wine that beautifully blends the robust characteristics of Cabernet Sauvignon and the lush fruitiness of Syrah, making it a delightful choice for any occasion. Hailing from the prestigious Rapel Valley, this vintage showcases a deep, inviting color that hints at its rich flavor profile. With a full-bodied structure, the wine offers a lingering sensation on the palate, complemented by moderately high acidity that invigorates the senses. The fruit intensity is pronounced, featuring notes of ripe blackberries and dark cherries, harmoniously balanced with subtle undertones of spice and oak, imparted during its time in the cellar. The tannins are firm yet refined, providing a backbone that enhances the wine’s structure without overpowering its elegant fruit character. Overall, the Aliwen Aliwen Reserva presents itself as a dry wine, revealing its complexity and sophistication, making it an exceptional choice for pairing with hearty dishes or enjoying on its own.

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:

Rapel Valley

Chile's Rapel Valley DO is actually made up of two smaller valleys; Cachapoal and Colchagua. Cachapoal is the warmer of the two, located further inland, entirely cut off from Pacific Ocean breezes and storms by the peaks of the Chilean Coastal Range. This area is well-known for old vine Carménère, which ripens best on the sun-drenched valley floors and foothills of the Andes Mountains. Colchagua lies southwest of its sister valley with warm vineyards and greater exposure to sea breezes, making it an idyllic home to Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. The Rapel Valley focuses primarily on red wine production, famous for full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Carménère, with bold fruit flavors alongside signature herbal and earthy characteristics. 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.

Want to discover wines for you?

Take our quiz to see a selection of wines tailored to your tastes.

Take the Quiz