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Estate Collection Reserva

2010 Valle Central Merlot

Viu Manent Estate Collection Reserva is a captivating 2010 Merlot hailing from the esteemed Valle Central region of Chile. This delightful red wine showcases a medium-bodied structure, elegantly balancing its vibrant acidity and lush fruit intensity. The aromas are inviting, with notes of ripe plum, blackberry, and hints of chocolate that tantalize the senses. The tannins are smooth and well-integrated, providing a velvety mouthfeel that enhances the wine's approachability. While the wine is crafted to be dry, its fruit-forward character lends it a refreshing quality, making it an excellent companion for a variety of dishes. Whether enjoyed on a cozy evening or shared with friends at a gathering, this Merlot promises an experience of warmth and richness that embodies the essence of its Chilean terroir.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Chocolate

Chocolate

Vanilla

Vanilla

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Valle Central
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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