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Winery | Emiliana |
|---|---|
Grapes | Cabernet Sauvignon |
Region | Maipo Valley |
Wine style | Chilean Bordeaux Blend |
Alcohol content | 14.2% |
Allergens | Contains sulfites |
Wine description | This intensely ruby-red wine presents complex notes of cherries and red plums on the nose along with a light touch of menthol and cocoa. Silky and broad on the palate with sweet ripe tannins, this nicely balanced wine is intense, with a good finish. |
Chile is producing world class Bordeaux blends that can compete with the very best in the world.
These Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon based wines are full of structure, tannin and body, just like their counterparts in Bordeaux and Napa. However, winemakers here tend to focus more on creativity and innovation in producing their blends.
The additions of Carménère, Petite Verdot, Malbec, and Caberne...
