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Reserva

2012 Maipo Valley Merlot

The Santa Ema Reserva Merlot from the 2012 vintage showcases a captivating red hue that draws you in with its inviting appearance. Hailing from the renowned Maipo Valley, this wine embodies the region's exceptional terroir, resulting in a smooth and well-rounded profile. It features a medium body that strikes a beautiful balance between richness and approachability, making it versatile for various occasions. The acidity is bright and refreshing, providing a vibrant lift to the wine, while the fruit intensity is prominent, offering luscious notes of red cherry and ripe plum. Tannins are soft and well-integrated, lending structure without overwhelming the palate. This Merlot is dry, allowing for a clean and satisfying finish that leaves a lasting impression, making it an excellent choice for wine enthusiasts seeking quality and character.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Chocolate

Chocolate

Oak

Oak

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Herbed Lamb Chops, Roasted Lamb, Roast Lamb

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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