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Winemaker's Selection

2011 Colchagua Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Carmenere

The Calcu Winemaker's Selection is a captivating red blend showcasing the harmonious interplay of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Carmenere, all sourced from the sun-kissed Colchagua Valley. With its deep ruby hue, this vintage of 2011 exudes an inviting bouquet of ripe dark berries, complemented by subtle notes of spice and oak that evoke the region's terroir. The mouthfeel is beautifully structured, delivering a satisfying balance of fruit intensity and well-integrated tannins, creating a deliciously full-bodied experience. This wine exhibits a vibrant acidity that enliven the palate while maintaining a graceful character. Its alluring complexity makes it an exceptional choice for pairing with hearty cuisine or savoring on its own, embodying the richness and elegance of Chilean winemaking.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Roasted Lamb, Char-grilled Lamb Chops with Fig Sauce

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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