Almaviva 2017

Almaviva was established in 1996 by Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Château Mouton-Rothschild and Concha y Toro. Their aim was to create the first Bordeaux Grand Cru Classé equivalent in Chile. With 40 hectares of Concha y Toro's best Puente Alto vineyards being dedicated to the task and the steady hand of Patrick Leon (winemaker at Mouton and Opus One), the results have been nothing short of spectacular.

Located in the Maipo Valley, in Chile's central zone, Puente Alto was recognized over twenty years ago as offering ideal conditions for growing the Cabernet Sauvignon grape. It is here that 85 hectares have been reserved exclusively for Almaviva.

Characteristic features of Puente Alto include its stony soil, cold, rainy winters, and the hot days and cool nights of its summers. The Almaviva vineyard is tended with meticulous care from pruning to harvest. A revolutionary underground drip irrigation system has been installed, making it possible to deliver the precise amount of water that each vine needs with a constant concern for quality.

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Merlot is a red wine grape variety that is widely grown in many regions around the world. It is known for producing wines that are smooth, easy to drink, with moderate acidity and have a relatively low tannin content. This makes them a good wine for those who may find red wines with high tannins to be too astringent.

The grape produces wine that is typically a deep ruby red color, with flavors of dark fruit, such as black cherry and blackberry, as well as notes of plum, chocolate, and sometimes a hint of spice.

They are often aged in oak barrels to give them a smooth, round texture and subtle vanilla or toast flavors. Merlot pairs well with a wide range of foods, including red meats, poultry, and pasta dishes with tomato-based sauces.

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