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Reserva

2011 Colchagua Valley Carmenere

Cucao Reserva is a captivating red wine that showcases the distinctive character of Carmenere from the renowned Colchagua Valley. This elegant vintage from 2011 presents a medium-bodied profile, with a delightful balance of acidity that livens the palate. The fruit intensity is pronounced, featuring luscious dark fruit flavors of ripe blackberries and plums combined with subtle herbal undertones. Tannins are notable yet smooth, providing structure to the wine while ensuring a soft mouthfeel. Cucao Reserva is crafted to be dry, making it an ideal pairing for hearty dishes or a leisurely evening by the fire. Its terroir from the Colchagua Valley contributes to its complexity and charm, making it a true gem for any wine enthusiast.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Plum

Plum

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Braised Beef, Roasted Lamb, Braised Lamb Shanks

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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