Vik 2011 – Millahue – Apalta – Chile

Vik 2011 – Millahue – Apalta – Chile

(Cabernet Sauvignon 55%, Carmenere 29%, Cabernet Franc 7%, Merlot 5%, Syrah 4%) The nose is elegant, fine, complex and quite delicate. It reveals notes of blackberry, plum and flowers associated with slight notes of red berries, mocha, well integrated oaky/spicy notes and a touch of grey pepper. The palate is fruity, nicely mineral, nicely structured,…

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Vik 2010 – Millahue – Apalta – Chile

Vik 2010 – Millahue – Apalta – Chile

(Cabernet Sauvignon 56%, Carmenere 32%, Cabernet Franc 5% and Merlot 4% and Syrah 3%) The nose is fine, complex and elegant. It reveals notes of black fruit, raspberry and crunchy small black berries associated with a few notes of violet, cherry, graphite, toasted notes as well as slight notes of saline minerality, spices and coffee….

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Viña Chocalan – Reserva Cabernet Franc 2013 – Valle Del Maipo – Chile

Viña Chocalan – Reserva Cabernet Franc 2013 – Valle Del Maipo – Chile

The nose is precise and pretty “fat”. It reveals notes of red currant, blackberry and slight notes of plum associated with a few notes of cherry candy and violet candy. The palate is fruity, mineral and suave. In the mouth this wine expresses notes of blackberry candy associated with small notes of violet as well…

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Viña Chocalan – Reserva Syrah 2013 – Valle Del Maipo – Chile

Viña Chocalan – Reserva Syrah 2013 – Valle Del Maipo – Chile

The nose is fruity and racy. It reveals notes of violets and notes of blackberry candy associated with touches of strawberry and a fine touch of spices. The palate is fruity, quite elegant and quite mineral. In the mouth this wine expresses notes of blackberry candy and violet associated with slight notes of raspberry and…

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Viña Chocalan – Reserva Carmenère 2013 – Valle Del Maipo – Chile

Viña Chocalan – Reserva Carmenère 2013 – Valle Del Maipo – Chile

The nose is a bit discreet and slightly velvety. It reveals notes of blackberry, grey pepper ans slight notes of plum, small berries associated with a few slight touches of Sichuan pepper and oak. The palate is fresh, racy, quite straight and offers some minerality and a small silkiness. This wine expresses notes of plum…

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Viña Chocalan – Sauvignon Blanc 2014 Seleccion – Valle Del Maipo – Chile

Viña Chocalan – Sauvignon Blanc 2014 Seleccion – Valle Del Maipo – Chile

The nose reveals notes of graphite and flint associated with a few small notes of ripe pineapple, spices and black pepper. The palate is fresh, mineral, gourmande and offers a little sweetness. In the mouth this wine expresses notes of white peach and clementine associated with slight notes of lemon, nectarine and a slight note…

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Medalla Real – Gran Reserva – Petite Sirah 2015 – Maipo Valley – Chile

Medalla Real – Gran Reserva – Petite Sirah 2015 – Maipo Valley – Chile

The nose reveals notes of plum jam, blackberries and spices associated with slight toasted notes and a very discreet notes of flowers. The palate is fruity, fresh and offers a small minerality. In the mouth this wine expresses notes of blackberry cream, plum and raspberry associated with slight notes of violet, a touch of black cherry…

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François Lurton – Hacienda Araucano – Clos de Lolol 2010 – D. O. Lolol Valley

François Lurton – Hacienda Araucano – Clos de Lolol 2010 – D. O. Lolol Valley

The nose is elegant and powerful. It reveals notes of red fruit combined with notes of flowers, dark fruit, black pepper and touches of cassis, spices and Sichuan pepper. The palate is fruity, tasty/gourmand, fat, racy and well-balanced. It expresses notes of red fruit, raspberry and blackberry associated with very fine touches of blueberry as…

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François Lurton – Hacienda Araucano – Clos de Lolol 2009 – D. O. Lolol Valley

François Lurton – Hacienda Araucano – Clos de Lolol 2009 – D. O. Lolol Valley

The nose is intense and powerful. It reveals notes of red fruit and blackberry associated with touches of coffee, black tea, tobacco and pepper. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and well made. In the mouth it expresses notes of black cherry, blackberry and cherry associated with touches of chocolate, spices and oaky notes. Tannins are…

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François Lurton – Hacienda Araucano – Clos de Lolol 2007 – D. O. Lolol Valley

François Lurton – Hacienda Araucano – Clos de Lolol 2007 – D. O. Lolol Valley

The nose is powerful and offers a certain elegance. It reveals notes of red fruit and blackberry combined with touches of blackberry liqueur, spices as well as slight notes of black pepper. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers a nice matter slightly creamy and a small acid frame. In the mouth this wine expresses…

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