2021 Casa Silva Gran Terroir Single Estate "Los Lingues" Carménère

Intense and brilliant violet red colour. Aromas of black currents, black plums, blackberries, cardamom, roses, tobacco, chocolate and liquorice. On the palate it is silky, with well-marked acidity, velvety tannins, ripe black fruit and sweet spices. Its finish is elegant and of great persistence.

Situated on the north east border of the Colchagua Valley, at the feet of the Andes mountain range, Los Lingues has its own micro-climate, transforming it to a small sub-valley. The Carménère and Cabernet Sauvignon showcase exceptional high quality and unique characteristics. The Carménère from Los Lingues has become a reference of quality, obtaining multiple high wine scores and recognition on numerous occasions both nationally and internationally. A small quantity of high quality Petit Verdot can also be found on this property, as well as other varieties from experimental vineyard plantings.

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Viticulture

Pre-selected sites in the Los Lingues property, Colchagua Valley. The soil is of alluvial-colluvial origin and made up of ancient terraces with low organic material content and medium-low vigour. The soil profile varies in texture with fine sand, day and angled granite rocks to be found, with excellent water drainage. The property, being situated at the feet of the Andes mountain range, counts with a unique and varied topography, making it a fascinating place to study micro-terroir. Mild Mediterranean climate. The influence of the Andes Mountains can be felt during the cool nights, with day-night temperature fluctuations reaching up to 20°C difference, ideal for concentrating fruit characters in the grapes. The gap between the two mountain ranges creates a breeze, maintaining a uniform temperature between the grape bunches and providing excellent sanitary growing conditions. The average rainfall in this area is also lower than in the rest of the valley. Wines from here are of exceptional quality, full bodied and dark in colour, with a natural sweet sensation and soft tannins on the palate.

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Vinification

Manual grape duster and berry selection prior to and post destemming. Cold maceration of grapes for 8 days at 6°C before alcoholic fermentation. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks for 16 days, at a temperature of 26 - 28 °C. Post-ferment maceration on the grape skins for 15 days prior to draining, pressing and malolactic fermentation.

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Recommendation

Serve with beef steak wrapped in baron and potato gratin. Serve between 15 and 16 °C. Drink now or cellar for up to 10 years