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El Principal

2014 Maipo Valley Red Blend

Calicanto El Principal is a captivating red blend from the esteemed Maipo Valley, showcasing the region's rich viticultural heritage. This 2014 vintage presents a deep red color that entices the eye and hints at the complexity within. With a full body, the wine envelops the palate, offering a well-rounded experience that emphasizes both depth and character. The acidity is bright and lively, beautifully balancing the fruit intensity, which is pronounced and showcases ripe notes of dark berries, complemented by subtle hints of spice. Tannins are firm and structured, providing a solid backbone that enhances the wine's longevity. As a dry wine, it pairs exceptionally well with hearty dishes, making it a delightful choice for any occasion.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

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:


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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