September 10, 2007 at 4:21 am · Filed under Maipo Valley, Carmenere wine Chile
This wine had one of those labels I instinctively pass over at the store. Since I knew what I was looking for 
Carmenere winethis time, the only thing that mattered was the varietal. It’s abeled as a reserve 2003 from the Maipo Valley, Chile. Slightly darker than the other Carmenere, this one had aromas of leather and tobacco with a little plum. This wine tasted fatter with more ripe fruit flavors of plum and raison. Noticeably more tannic with a longer finish of spice and some heat. Might be better with another year of aging. Once again not bad for the price.
I cannot deny that the price of these wines have influence on the ratings. With appropriate food pairings, I think the average wine drinker would enjoy these as dinner wines. I’ll pick up a couple to have on standby for a good stewed meat dish.
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June 25, 2007 at 2:44 am · Filed under Colchagua Valley, Chardonnay wine Chile
Presentation Casa Silva Vineyard:
Tasting Notes: Pale green . Intense aromas, tropical notes, pineapple and melon. On the palate it is well balanced with very good body. Melon and mineral notes.
Origin: Viña Casa Silva own grapes, El Cerrro Vineyard, Colchagua Valley.
Harvest: March 10th to March 12th, 2006. 100% hand picked.
Vinification: Hand sorting of the grapes before destemming. Reductive method transportation to the press. Crushed and run off after 8 hours at 10°C. Must separation and alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks for 15 to 20 days
at 15ºC to 18°C. Lees work in the tank. 15% of the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels.
Ageing: 15% aged in French oak barrels for 3 months; 85% in stainless steel tanks.
Food Pairings: Ideal for a cheese and wine night, this Chardonnay pairs perfectly with dips or fresh salads. For the main course, superb with fish dishes or pastas with seafood sauce.
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June 25, 2007 at 2:23 am · Filed under Maipo Valley, Chilean red wines, Pinot Noir wine Chile
William Fevre presentation:
“Always a challenge, this Pinot Noir is the only one produced in Maipo Alto and astonishes with its delicateness and elegance. Vinified through a manual for optimum extraction of aromas and colour, this wine unveils the surprising grace of raspberries, strauberries and cherries dancing in unison on the nose. Together with the fresh and balanced palate, these create and original wine to enjoy.
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May 29, 2007 at 9:03 am · Filed under Casablanca Valley, Sauvignon Blanc wine Chile
Casablanca Vineyard presentation:
Vintage 2006
Grape Variety 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Appellation Casablanca Valley
WineMaker comments
Our vineyards in the Casablanca Valley with its unique soils and microclimate give these wines a unique intensity and elegance. This Sauvignon Blanc features exuberant floral aromas of mimosa and acacia, swet lime and grapefruit notes, and a whole sequence os exotic fruits. Fresh and long on the palate, with deep and harmoniously integrated flavours.
Alcohol 13.2 GL
Total Acidity 3.75 g/L
Ph 3.1
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May 29, 2007 at 8:38 am · Filed under Casablanca Valley, Chardonnay wine Chile
Casablanca Vineyard presentation:
Vintage 2005
Grape Variety 100% Chardonnay
Appellation Casablanca Valley
WineMaker comments
The grapes for this Chardonnay have been grown in a exceptional vineyards of Casablanca Valley. The climate is strongly influencied by fresh breezes of the Pacific Ocen, which allow a slow ripening period which is the main factor to obtain intense and complex fruit character. Whith a bright yellow colour, this is a crisp, fruity and well-balanced Chardonnay with a good acidity; citrus and pineaple flavours with a long finish.
Alcohol 13.7 GL
Total Acidity 3.98 g/L
Ph 3.2
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