Old Vines

Maule Valley Cabernet Franc

Gillmore Old Vines Cabernet Franc is a magnificent expression of what the Maule Valley has to offer. This red wine boasts a robust full-body, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship from one of Chile's most renowned areas. The acidity is bright and lively, adding a zesty freshness that beautifully balances the wine's structured and powerful tannins. Expect a prominent fruit intensity, with vibrant notes of ripe blackcurrant, raspberry, and subtle hints of bell pepper, contributing to its complexity. This wine is dry, ensuring a refined finish that lingers on the palate. An extraordinary representation of Chilean viticulture, the Gillmore Old Vines Cabernet Franc is both food-friendly and a celebratory delight on its own.

Tasting notes:

Blackcurrant

Tobacco

Pairs well with:

Grilled Meats, Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops

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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