Wines from Chile.... Valdivieso Wines Overview
Ranked # 6 of the top 100 wineries in the world in 2005-2006 by World Association Wine Writers & Journalist.
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Valdivieso dates back to 1879 when Alberto Valdivieso founded Champagne
Valdivieso, the first company in Chile and South America to make
sparkling wine. More than a hundred years later in the late 1980s, the
company expanded in a new direction when it began commercial production
of still wines, as Viña Valdivieso, in our Curicó Valley winery in
Lontué.
Valdivieso wines have since had a very successful career, triumphing
in major world markets and achieving the highest honours in
international competitions. These achievements are not an objective in
themselves, but rather the result of the search for superior quality
wines that are both distinctive and attractive. Valdivieso Sgl Vyd Rsv Cabernet Franc
AWARDS: Silver Medal, Decantur World Wine Awards
REGION: Colchagua Valley
AGING: 18 mos in French/American oak
TASTING NOTES: The nose presents cedar, herbs, clove
& red black currants. It is followed by a supple textured wine
with layers of spicy fruit and soft ripe tannins. The finish is long
& pure suggesting that this outstanding wine should drink well for
a decade. Valdivieso Extra Brut NV
PRODUCTION: Method Champenoise
AGING: 24 months in bottle
TASTING NOTES: Pale & bright yellow color.
Complex in the nose with soft aromas of toasted bread, green apple
& pear notes. Round in the mouth with a balanced body &
acidity. Complex, dry fruit flavors. Estampa Reserve Sauvignon Blanc Blend
AWARDS: 88 points, Robert Parker
BLEND: Sauvignon Blanc 70%, Chardonnay 15%, Viognier 15%
AGING: Few months on lees, Chard/Viognier barrel fermentation
TASTING NOTES: Classic aromas of cut grass, fresh figs
& herbaceous tones from the Sauvignon Blanc, together with notes of
citrus, green apple & pear from the Chardonnay. Aromas of ripe
apricots from the Viognier. The palate has vibrant acidity balanced
with the full body & creaminess of the Chardonnay & Viognier.
A fruit forward wine that is alive & fresh, but with added
complexity & structure. Estampa Reserve Carmenere Blend
AWARDS: 90 points, Wine and Spirits
BLEND: Carmenere 60%, Cabernet Sauvignon 22%, Cabernet Franc 18%
AGING: 80% for 10 months in French/American oak
TASTING NOTES: Intense aromas of fresh red fruits,
like raspberries, with herbs & coffee. The flavor follows through
with notes of ripe red fruit, spices & bitter chocolate. Peteroa Late Harvest
BLEND: Gewurtztraminer 50%, Semillion 50%
AGING: 3 months French oak
TASTING NOTES: Bright gold. Very rich nose of honeyed
ripe fruit. Acidity and adequate sweetness balance well on the palate.
Body and volume yield a nice pleasant finish. Wines from Argentina.... Saurus Select Merlot
AWARDS: 88 Pts, Wine Enthusiast
REGION: Patagonia
AGING: 40%, 12 months French/American oak
TASTING NOTES: “Open & rewarding, with strawberry
& raspberry aromas followed by ripe, clean cherry & raspberry
flavors…Expect a food-friendly wine that’s convincing & well-made.” Saurus Select Pinot Noir
AWARDS: Bronze Medal, International Wine Challenge
REGION: Patagonia
AGING: 40%, 12 months in French/American oak
TASTING NOTES: Deep red color. Floral aromas on the
nose combine with currant & strawberry scent. Mushroom &
mineral aromas together with vanilla & chocolate notes. Medium
bodied fruity flavor with sweet tannins & a bouncy acidity.
Naturally stabilized wine. Bottled without filtering.
Cheers !!!!!
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