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Mirador

2014 Colchagua Valley Carmenere

William Cole Vineyards' Mirador is a captivating 2014 Carmenere from the renowned Colchagua Valley, a region celebrated for its exceptional terroir and climate that perfectly nurture this varietal. The wine displays a deep, vibrant red hue, hinting at its richness and complexity. On the palate, it offers a medium-bodied experience with prominent fruit intensity, showcasing luscious notes of blackberries and plums, complemented by subtle hints of spice and earthiness. The acidity is bright, providing a refreshing lift to the fruit-forward profile while the tannins are notable yet well-integrated, giving the wine structure and elegance. This delightful Carmenere is beautifully dry, making it an ideal companion for hearty dishes, particularly rich meats and savory stews. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with food, the Mirador is a testament to the quality and character that Colchagua Valley wines consistently deliver.

Tasting notes:


Chocolate

Chocolate

Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

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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