Wine Reviews

Thanks to cool coastal influences and calcareous soils, the Limari Valley – one of the northernmost winegrowing regions in Chile – offers this most elegant and international style white. Its vanilla perfumed nose leads to a mineral-toned profile, with crème fraiche, lemon meringue, and toasted coconut. Fresh linen, salty pears, and peach notes are subtle but elegant. Whole cluster pressed, it imparts a complex mouthfeel and introduces floral notes, while also contributing to the wine’s enhanced acidity. First, a short ferment in smaller barrels and then aged 10-12 months in French oak. Outstanding – this single vineyard Chardonnay can compete with a white Burgundy.
Viña Carmen

This 100% Sauvignon Blanc is crisp and refreshing with a steely focus. Vanilla-powdered pears and jasmine are stand-out flavors.

Dusted rose petals, watermelon, hibiscus, and shattered white cherries are distinctively alluring. Bright and shiny, its mineral tones a banner waving in the salty breeze.

This rosé offers a perfume of rose petals steeped in Pekoe tea. Melting vanilla bean crosses the palate, with strawberries and an ever-so-light sensation of whipped cream. Beautifully balanced acidity augmenting a dashing, dramatic exit.

Tart green apple and lime chiffon connect with racy acidity for a bright, shiny sipper.

Mouth-puckering notes of red cherry, sweet tobacco, and red tea come together for a vibrant blend of 50% Syrah, 30% Petite Sirah, 11% Grenache, 5% Tempranillo, and 4% Mourvèdre. Glistening white pepper adds zing to the finish.

Chocolate-covered cherries and sweet tobacco are layered with concentrated charm. Coffee notes linger on the supple finish.

This French-oak aged beauty hails from the region’s famed vineyard, crafted by Adam Lee. It’s a perfumed masterpiece with scents of rose petals kissed by milk chocolate. Cardamom-spiced cranberries and Rooibos tea are just some of the exotic mosaic pieces that perk up the palate. Complex and riveting.