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Cordillera

2009 Maule Valley Carignan

The Miguel Torres Cordillera, a captivating red wine from the beautiful Maule Valley, showcases the alluring characteristics of Carignan in its 2009 vintage. With a medium-bodied profile, this wine offers a delightful balance that appeals to a wide range of palates. Its acidity is bright and refreshing, providing an invigorating lift to the overall experience, while the fruit intensity bursts forth with prominent notes of dark cherry and plum. The tannins are notable yet smooth, adding a firm structure that harmonizes beautifully with the wine's components. As a dry wine, it makes for an excellent companion to rich dishes, heightening the enjoyment of any meal. This elegantly crafted wine exemplifies the terroir of its region, inviting enthusiasts to explore the distinct flavors that Maule Valley has to offer.

Tasting notes:

Blackberry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Pairs well with:

Roasted Duck, Roasted Lamb, Roast Lamb

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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