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Coleccion

2013 Maule Valley Carignan

The Apaltagna Colección is a captivating red wine from the renowned Maule Valley, showcasing the distinct characteristics of the Carignan varietal. This 2013 vintage reveals a medium-bodied composition, striking a harmonious balance of acidity that contributes to its overall vibrancy. With its prominent fruit intensity, the wine offers luscious notes of dark berries and ripe black cherry, woven together with subtle hints of spice and earthy undertones. The tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone that elevates the wine's complexity while ensuring a captivating mouthfeel. As an off-dry selection, the Apaltagna Colección invites you to savor each sip, making it an excellent companion for hearty dishes or simply enjoying on its own.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry, Plum, Baking Spice

Blackberry

Blackberry

Plum

Plum

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops, Char-grilled Lamb Chops with Fig Sauce

Region:


Maule Valley
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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