DON MELCHOR CABERNET SAUVIGNON TINTO
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Chile
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APPELLATION:
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D.O. Puente Alto, Alto Maipo Valley
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GRAPES:
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92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc, 2% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot
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APPEARANCE:
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Deep purplish-red in color.
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AROMA:
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Extraordinary elegance with an abundance of fresh red fruit and notes of blackcurrants and flowers. |
PALATE:
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On the palate it has an enormous wealth of flavors, with breadth from beginning to end, and plenty of energy in perfect balance with the elegance of the textures and flavors.
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FOOD PAIRING:
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Red meats, especially lamb, and game meats prepared by different methods—roasted, braised, and with sauces made with red wine, mushrooms, rosemary, and tomatoes. Assorted terrines and pâtés, especially duck with truffles. Dry and well-aged or creamy cow’s and goat’s milk cheeses. |
SERVE:
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15°C
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For more than 20 years, winemaker Enrique Tirado has been one of the most influential figures in Chilean winemaking, leading Don Melchor to new heights of excellence and prestige. His passion and commitment have led to Don Melchor being recognized as the first Chilean icon wine, and a reference for Cabernet Sauvignon worldwide. Since assuming the responsibility of General Manager in 2019, Enrique has used his depth of experience and knowledge to lead Viña Don Melchor towards even greater levels of winemaking distinction.