Vino Cabernet Sauvignon, Manso de Velasco, Miguel Torres, Curicó Valley,
Oros de Chile: Descorchados 2017, 95 pts
ORIGIN: A tribute to Manso de Velasco, Governor of Chile during the colonial period. A brave, enterprising man, known for his strength on the battlefield, and founder of the city of Curicó, where these vines grow. The Finca Manso de Velsaco estate is exclusively given over to Cabernet Sauvignon, which produces this intense, deep-colored wine. This wine is made using only grapes from vines that are over 115 years old.
GRAPE VARIETIES: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
LENGTH AND TYPE OF AGEING: Aged in casks of French Nevers oak, during 18 months 70 % (new oak). Bottled without filtering in: June 2014. The yield from this harvest produced 62.000 Bottles
TASTING NOTES
Intense dark ruby color. Delicious aroma with the classic notes of black fruit preserves and hints of leather. Great elegance on the palate, with harmonious fruitiness and spiciness, and long, soft tannins, complemented toward the finish with delicate notes of toasted bread.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Exhibits all its power and elegance when accompanying roast meat and game.
Harvest subject to availability.