Open Secret 2019 Merlot – Cabernet – Carménère Maule Valley DO, Chile

2019 Maule Valley 50% Merlot – 45% Cabernet Sauvignon – 5% Carménère

Open Secret 2019 is an intriguing red blend hailing from the Maule Valley DO in Chile. Crafted with 50% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, and a hint of 5% Carménère, this wine embodies a medium-bodied profile that strikes a harmonious balance between acidity, fruit intensity, and tannins. The 2019 vintage reveals a deep red hue that captivates the eye. With a moderate level of acidity and fruit-forward characteristics, this blend offers a smooth and approachable drinking experience. The soft tannins round out the palate, adding structure and depth to each sip.

Tasting notes:

As you explore this classically Chilean wine, savory aromas of dried herbs and olive tapenade lead you into a subtly sweet palate where you’ll uncover concentrated dark fruit flavors of mulberry and blackcurrant.

Mulberry

Dried Herbs

Blackcurrant

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Valle Central

The expansive, warm flatlands of Chile's Valle Central are home to most of the country's vineyards. This long stretch of land from Santiago to Itata Valley is divided into four sub-regions, each with its own climate and reputation. There is Maipo Valley with its minty Cabernet Sauvignon, Rapel Valley with its spicy Carménère and the Curicó and Maule Valleys, famous for concentrated Carignan made from old vines. Throughout the valley—which is prized for its rich, volcanic soils—the hot days and cool nights result in ripe, well-balanced grapes. Some of the most common Valle Central wines are fruit-forward reds made from plummy Merlot and pear-flavored whites crafted from Chardonnay.

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