Gran Reserva - Syrah 2014
Located 65 km (40 mi) north of Santiago, this small wine region is famous for producing some of Chile’s greatest red wines. At 22,828 feet (6,956 meters), Mt. Aconcagua, the highest mountain in the Americas, towers over the valley and its snow-capped peak lends essential mineral-laden water to the valley below. Daily breezes moderate the otherwise high temperatures found in the Aconcagua Valley and reduce the risk of vine disease. The Antarctic ‘Humboldt Current’ which flows up the west coast of Chile helps to maintain this effect.
Vineyard
- Valley: Aconcagua Valley (Andes)
- Soil: Clay and sandy to the east; granite and clay to the west
- Altitude: 243m above sea level.
- Weather: Mediterranean with a long, dry summer season and intense sunlight.
- Annual rainfall: 215 mm (8.5 in) of rain per year, mostly between June and August.
Vintage & Harvest
Blend: Syrah
Harvest:
- March 25-27, 2014
- 100% hand-picked in 18kg boxes and carried to the estate winery immediately after cutting
- Carefully selected before processing.
Vinification
- Fermented to dryness in 12,000 to 15,000 liter open stainless steel tanks for 8 days at 24-28°C controlled temperature with selected yeasts
- Extended skin maceration for additional 10 days 100% malolactic fermentation
- Aged in 225 liter French oak barrels for 12 months
Tasting Notes
Deep garnet red with violet gleams. A highly aromatic Syrah with aromas of berry fruits such as blackberries, blueberries and raspberries. Hints of bitter chocolate combine nicely with notes of black pepper, cinnamon and tobacco. A well balanced mouth feel with a long and juicy finish.
Food Pairings
Pairs well with grilled or roasted red meats. Lamb tagine, steak, barbecued meat, spicy sausage or venison.