Melania Colección Especial

2005 Maule Valley Merlot

The Melania "Colección Especial" 2005 Merlot is a delightful red wine from the renowned Maule Valley, a region celebrated for its rich viticultural heritage. This wine exudes a medium body that gracefully showcases its well-integrated structure. The acidity is bright, adding a refreshing lift to the palate and enhancing the wine's overall vibrancy. Rich, prominent fruit intensity brings forth luscious dark cherry and plum flavors, complemented by subtle notes of chocolate and spice, creating a harmonious bouquet. The tannins are notable yet smooth, offering a firm backbone without overpowering the wine's elegant profile. This vintage is a splendid example of the complexity and depth that Merlot can achieve in this prestigious Chilean wine-growing region, making it a perfect choice for any occasion.

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:

Roasted Duck, Roasted Lamb, Braised Meat

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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