Grand Reserve

2013 Rapel Valley Merlot

Chateau Los Boldos Grand Reserve is a captivating Merlot from the renowned Rapel Valley, showcasing a deep red hue that invites exploration. This vintage exudes an elegant fullness on the palate, complemented by a vibrant acidity that adds to its lively character. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing luscious notes of ripe blackberries and plums, while subtle hints of dark chocolate and vanilla weave through the aromatic profile. Tannins are notable yet refined, providing a structured backbone that enhances the wine's complexity and aging potential. The wine is beautifully dry, ensuring a clean finish that leaves you longing for another sip. As you savor this well-crafted Merlot, you will appreciate its harmonious balance, making it an exceptional choice for a variety of occasions.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Plum

Baking Spice

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

Pairs well with:

Grilled Meats, Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops

Region:

Rapel Valley

Chile's Rapel Valley DO is actually made up of two smaller valleys; Cachapoal and Colchagua. Cachapoal is the warmer of the two, located further inland, entirely cut off from Pacific Ocean breezes and storms by the peaks of the Chilean Coastal Range. This area is well-known for old vine Carménère, which ripens best on the sun-drenched valley floors and foothills of the Andes Mountains. Colchagua lies southwest of its sister valley with warm vineyards and greater exposure to sea breezes, making it an idyllic home to Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. The Rapel Valley focuses primarily on red wine production, famous for full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Carménère, with bold fruit flavors alongside signature herbal and earthy characteristics. 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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