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Step By Step Cabernet Sauvignon

2006 Maule Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Step By Step Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maule Valley is a captivating red wine that showcases the potential of this remarkable region. With a medium-bodied profile, it strikes a balance between richness and elegance, offering a delightful experience with every sip. Its acidity is bright and refreshing, making it lively on the palate while enhancing the overall structure of the wine. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring luscious notes of dark cherry, blackberry, and hints of blackcurrant that create a delectable depth. Silky tannins contribute to a smooth mouthfeel, inviting the next sip. This wine is dry, allowing the fruit flavors to shine through without being overshadowed, and it embodies the essence of the 2006 vintage beautifully. Enjoy it alongside a hearty meal or savor it on its own for a delightful evening.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Cedar

Cedar

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, Grilled Lamb, Roasted Lamb

Region:


Valle Central
Valle Central

The expansive, warm flatlands of Chile's Valle Central are home to most of the country's vineyards. This long stretch of land from Santiago to Itata Valley is divided into four sub-regions, each with its own climate and reputation. There is Maipo Valley with its minty Cabernet Sauvignon, Rapel Valley with its spicy Carménère and the Curicó and Maule Valleys, famous for concentrated Carignan made from old vines. Throughout the valley—which is prized for its rich, volcanic soils—the hot days and cool nights result in ripe, well-balanced grapes. Some of the most common Valle Central wines are fruit-forward reds made from plummy Merlot and pear-flavored whites crafted from Chardonnay.

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