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Reserve

2009 Maipo Valley Merlot

The Santa Ema Reserve Merlot from the 2009 vintage is a captivating red wine hailing from the renowned Maipo Valley, a region celebrated for its exceptional winegrowing conditions. This Merlot expresses a full-bodied character that offers a delightful experience, showcasing an impressive balance of acidity that lends a refreshing brightness to the palate. The tannins are notable but elegantly structured, providing a firm yet smooth mouthfeel. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing luscious notes of dark cherry, blackberry, and subtle hints of plum intertwined with undertones of vanilla and spice. This wine is crafted with the utmost care, making it a fantastic choice for any occasion or pairing it with a delicious meal, and it elegantly embodies the essence of the Maipo Valley's terroir.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Oak

Oak

Blackberry

Blackberry

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

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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