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Almaviva

1997 Chile Red Blend

Chelsea Ventures Almaviva is an exquisite red blend from the renowned vineyards of Chile, showcasing a strikingly deep red color that captivates the eye. Crafted in 1997, this wine embodies a harmonious balance, displaying a full body that invites the taster to indulge in its rich complexity. The acidity is pronounced, contributing to a lively freshness that uplifts the palate. The fruit intensity is prominent, with luscious notes of dark cherry and ripe plum, beautifully interwoven with subtle hints of spice and oak. The tannins are firm yet refined, providing structure and depth that enhance the overall experience. This extraordinary red blend offers a dry finish, leaving a lasting impression of elegance and sophistication.

Tasting notes:


Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Cherry

Cherry

Oak

Oak

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:


Chile
Chile

In recent years, Chile has increasingly produced incredible wines of exceptional value. With a setting influenced by the Andes Mountains, the Pacific Ocean, the Atacama Desert and even Antarctica, Chile is a diverse land with rocky foothills, lush valley floors and cool coastal zones. Chile gained international renown for its New World take on classic Bordeaux varieties. Interestingly, it's an obscure red Bordeaux variety—Carménère—that has become Chile's signature grape. But other Old World varieties do equally well in Chile; Pinot Noir, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay have all become mainstays of Chilean wine, exhibiting impressive levels of quality and balance in the country's distinct terroirs.

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