Pknt Rapel Merlot

2005 Rapel Valley Merlot

The Pknt Pknt Rapel Merlot from the renowned Rapel Valley showcases a captivating red hue that catches the eye instantly. This vintage from 2005 is a delightful expression of the Merlot varietal, offering a medium-bodied experience that perfectly balances richness and approachability. Its acidity is moderate, contributing a fresh vibrancy that enhances the wine's profile without overpowering the palate. The fruit intensity is prominent, with lush notes of dark berries and ripe plums that interlace with subtle hints of spice and earth. The tannins are soft, providing a smooth mouthfeel that invites continued sipping. This Merlot is expertly crafted to be dry, allowing the fruit-forward characteristics to shine while leaving a lasting impression of elegance and finesse. Enjoy this wine with grilled meats or savory pasta dishes for a truly delightful experience.

Tasting notes:

Chocolate

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

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, Barbecued Ribs, Roasted Lamb

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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