Casa Silva Family Cabernet Sauvignon Carmenerre

Composition:

70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Carmenere

Origin:

Colchagua Valley, Chile
Vineyard / Estate / Viticulture:
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– Special Vintage Info: All grapes from premium sectors of Viña Casa Silva’s own estates in the Colchagua Valley
Vinification / Winemaking:
– How grapes were handled: Grapes 100% hand picked in small trays, preselected in the vineyard according to quality classification and ripeness.
– Fermentation / Yeast Type / Vessel: Hand sorting of the grapes before destemming. Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks for 13 days at 25ºC Run off and malolactic fermentation.
– Fermentation Management:
– Reasons for this choice:
– Ageing – barrels / size / time: 100% in stainless steel tanks
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Tasting Notes:
Ruby red colour. Intense and fresh, with aromas of ripe red fruits and toffee. On the palate it is juicy with very good acidity, soft tannins and cherry notes that lead into an agreeable finish.