Reserva

2010 Rapel Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

The Misiones D Rengo Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon from the 2010 vintage is a stunning representation of the terroir found in the Rapel Valley. This wine showcases a deep ruby red color that invites exploration. The body is full, providing a satisfying mouthfeel that coats the palate beautifully. Acidity is high, offering a bright and lively character that enhances its structure and freshness. Rich in fruit intensity, the wine bursts with prominent notes of dark berries, complemented by hints of baking spices and subtle oak nuances from careful aging. Tannins are firm and notable, adding a firm backbone that supports the wine's age-worthy potential. On the dryness scale, this Cabernet Sauvignon is decidedly dry, making it a perfect companion for hearty meals or a delightful sip on its own. Overall, it's an exquisite blend of power and elegance that reflects the quality of the region and the craftsmanship behind its creation.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Oak

Blackcurrant

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

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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