Don Ercilla 2020 Merlot – Cabernet – Carménère Maule Valley DO, Chile

2020 Maule Valley Merlot – Cabernet Sauvignon – Carménère

The Don Ercilla 2020 from Maule Valley DO, Chile offers a harmonious blend where the rich flavors of 50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 10% Carménère come together elegantly. This red wine boasts a medium body that carries a pronounced fruit intensity on the palate. The acidity is mild, allowing the vibrant fruit flavors to shine through. The tannins are subtle, adding a gentle structure to the overall drinking experience. This vintage is a testament to the art of blending, showcasing the unique characteristics of each grape variety while creating a balanced and flavorful wine.

Tasting notes:

Merlot is responsible for our blend’s softness and body, Cabernet contributes dark fruit characteristics, and Carménère adds savory notes and spice. Plush, full-bodied, and complex with flavors of black plum, fig, olive tapendae create a rich palate.

Brown Fig

Dried Herbs

Cloves

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Valle Central

The expansive, warm flatlands of Chile's Valle Central are home to most of the country's vineyards. This long stretch of land from Santiago to Itata Valley is divided into four sub-regions, each with its own climate and reputation. There is Maipo Valley with its minty Cabernet Sauvignon, Rapel Valley with its spicy Carménère and the Curicó and Maule Valleys, famous for concentrated Carignan made from old vines. Throughout the valley—which is prized for its rich, volcanic soils—the hot days and cool nights result in ripe, well-balanced grapes. Some of the most common Valle Central wines are fruit-forward reds made from plummy Merlot and pear-flavored whites crafted from Chardonnay.

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