Grand Reserve

2005 Maule Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 80%, Carmenere 15%, Petit Verdot 5%

Simone Grand Reserve is a sumptuous red wine that embodies the charm of the Maule Valley. This blend predominantly features Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by a touch of Carmenere and Petit Verdot, resulting in a truly harmonious expression of the terroir. With a full-bodied profile, this vintage presents a rich tapestry of flavors, showcasing deep, dark fruit with elegant notes of blackberry and plum. Its structure is beautifully balanced by well-integrated tannins, lending a firm yet refined character to each sip. The acidity is bright and refreshing, enhancing the wine's complexity and ageability. As a dry wine, it invites you to savor its layered personality, making it an exquisite choice for pairing with hearty dishes or enjoying on its own as a delightful indulgence.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackcurrant

Tobacco

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

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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