2011 Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve Viña Errázuriz Aconcagua Valley 0.75l

2011 Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve Viña Errázuriz – Aconcagua Valley 

single-vineyard wine

origin

The Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve 2011 comes from the renowned winery Viña Errázuriz in the Aconcagua Valley. As Flagship Cuvée of the house he stands for the combination of Chilean origin and top international standardsThe vineyards around Panquehue provide Structured, elegant Cabernet blends with great aging potential.

Expansion

The grapes were strictly selective hand-reading and classically vinified. After fermentation, the wine matured. 18–22 months in French barriques, through which Structure, depth and subtle spice arise. The cuvée is predominantly based on Cabernet Sauvignon, supplemented by smaller proportions of Merlot, Carmenère and Petit Verdot.

Aroma and taste

The nose shows signs of this Cassis, black cherry and blackberry, accompanied by Cedarwood, tobacco and graphiteThe wine has an effect on the palate. powerful yet elegant, with fine-grained tannins and lively acidityNotes by dark chocolate, spices and mineral notes lead into a long, precise finale.

Dietary recommendations

Ideal Beef fillet, lamb dishes or gameAlso to mature hard cheese or as Solitaire wine ideally suited.

Special features of the vintage in the growing region

The year 2011 was characterized in the Aconcagua Valley by cooler conditions and longer ripening phase, which leads to elegant, structured and fresh wines led. The wines show Less opulence, but more precision and balance.

Conclusion

A classic, elegant Cabernet blend, the Harmoniously combines strength and finesse. The Don Maximiano 2011 stands for modern Chilean top wines with international caliber and owns excellent maturation potential.