Wine De Martino, Legado Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva, 2016
While this Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits the classic varietal traits, it has also has formidable depth and length. When experiencing this wine, its understanding why Cabernet Sauvignon is considered the king of reds.
Characteristics
Wine Style:
Red - A full-bodied red that is a typical representation of bold, Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon wines.
Tasting Notes:
Presents classic aromas of blackcurrants, blueberries and violets combined with tobacco leaves and cedar notes. Shows great fruit intensity, with mid palate weight backed by fresh acidity and ripe, fine grained tannins and a lingering finish.
Gastronomy:
Good with rich barbeque meat, salmon, venison and game fish.
Vineyards:
This wine is from a vineyard in Isla De Maipo in the heart of the Maipo Valley. The vineyard is planted on an alluvial terrace with abundant gravel, which makes it particularly ideal for this variety.
Ageing method:
Aged for 12 months in used French barrels.
Winemaking process:
100% destemmed. Spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel followed by 5 days of maceration, malolactic fermentation completed in tanks. Aged for 12 months in used French barrels.
Interesting notes:
Legado Reserva comes from selected parcels and vineyards established in prestigious regions. The wines are distinguished by their intensity, character and ageing potential.
