Villarrica Cabernet Sauvignon is a full bodied wine, offering hints of concentrated blackberry fruit mixed with a touch of chocolate. Soft tannins provide a long and persistent finish. Enjoy this wine on it's own or pair with red meats, pasta dishes or mature cheese.
Viticulture
These vines are grown on clay soils with some gravel, and the grapes are trellised using Vertical Shoot Positioning.
Vinification
The grapes were harvested at the beginning of April and brought to the winery. After a gentle pressing they were cold soaked for three days. Fermentation took place at 20°C - 25°. The wine was pumped over 3 times daily. There are 15 days total skin contact with the grapes. This wine has a potential ageing of 4 years.
Recommendation
Pair with red meats, pasta dishes or mature cheeses.