ValdiviesoCaballo Loco Grand Cru Apalta 2022

Name: Caballo Loco Grand Cru Apalta
Brand: Valdivieso
SKU: VIN-021986
Price: 121.74 GBP
Availability: InStock

Product code: 21986

£20.29 ex VAT

£121.75 / case of 6

Red Wine from
Central Valley, Chile

Country: Chile

Region: Central Valley

Sub-Region: Apalta

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Valdivieso

Alcohol: 14.50%

Volume: 750 ml

Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

Grape: 60% Carmenere, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon

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Country: Chile

Region: Central Valley

Sub-Region: Apalta

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Valdivieso

Alcohol: 14.50%

Volume: 750 ml

Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

Grape: 60% Carmenere, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon

Taste Profile

Light

Bold

Smooth

Tannic

Dry

Sweet

Soft

Acidic

Tasting Note

Bold, structured red blend of 60% Carménère and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon from Chile's Colchagua Valley. It displays a deep ruby hue with intense aromas of ripe blackberry, cassis, and violet, layered with cocoa, tobacco, and sweet French oak spices. The palate is rich and concentrated, offering juicy dark fruit flavors, polished silky tannins, and a long, elegant finish

Product Notes

Valdivieso Caballo Loco Grand Cru Apalta wine is a superb Chilean blend, emanating a rich ruby red hue. This luxurious concoction boasts a compelling aroma of black fruits, pepper, and sweet spices, masterfully balanced by a hint of vanilla, thanks to careful aging in French oak barrels. It has a rich, full-bodied taste, promising powerful tannins and intense fruitiness, reminiscent of plums, black cherries, and blackberries. This chic bottle of grandeur is an exquisite accompaniment to succulent steaks or mature cheeses, offering a long and velvety finish that lingers delightfully against the palate.

About the Winery

Valdivieso Winery is one of Chile's oldest and most significant wineries, with a noteworthy legacy that spans more than 130 years. Nestled in the heart of Chile's renowned wine region, this iconic winery is named after its founder, Don Alberto Valdivieso, who started the venture in 1879.

Its inception marked the first production of sparkling wine in Chile and South America. Don Alberto Valdivieso, impressed by the quality of wines produced in France, was keen to introduce similar quality to his homeland. The Winery thus began its journey as Champagne Valdivieso, and till today, clings to its root generousously producing sparkling wine, renowned and enjoyed worldwide!

However, it's not just sparkling wines for which Valdivieso is celebrated. The last four decades have witnessed the winery's expansion into the production of still wines. Valdivieso's dedication to quality and innovation shines through its collection of elegant and diverse wines. From the lush, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon to the crisp and refreshing Sauvignon Blanc, every bottle captures the unique terroir and character of Chile’s vineyards.

True to its ethos, Valdivieso Winery is continuously pushing boundaries by seeking new territories for vine cultivation. From the footsteps of the Andes to the coastal regions, the winery sources from the most premium vineyards across the country. This geographical diversity allows it to create wines with a distinctive and rich flavour profile.

More so, visitors to the Valdivieso Winery are always treated to a hearty wine-tasting experience and a tour across the estate that's founded on a blend of tradition and pioneering spirit. Such ethos turns every visit into a memory to cherish.

Through it's exceptional agricultural offering, Valdivieso Winery showcases the true charm of Chilean wine to the global platform; a feat that, coupled with it's commitment to authenticity and quality, ensures its esteemed position among the country's top wine producers.

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