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Chile’s distinctive geography makes it one of very few grape growing
regions in the world where original European rootstock has been
unaffected by phylloxera. While most vineyards around the world
are planted on grafted rootstock, Root: 1 wines are grown on
original, ungrafted roots, producing wines with intense fruit flavors
and authentic varietal character.
VINEYARDS
Located between the massive Andes Mountains and the low coastal mountains of the
Pacific Ocean, the warm and dry vineyards of El Suspiro in Peralillo are world-renowned
for producing outstanding red wines with rich color, full body and varietal character. The
steep rock soil maintains moisture for the vines during the intense summer heat while the
coastal mountains temper the cool maritime influences of the Pacific.
VINTAGE NOTES
2008 was a record-breaking year in Colchagua Valley. Although budding was initially
delayed due to a long, cold winter, the summer months sustained unusually high
temperatures that concentrated the fruit on the vine. Dry, drought-like conditions
required irrigation to begin earlier than normal which encouraged small, thick-skinned
grapes with intense flavors and a deep rich color. At night, the cool ocean breeze
enhanced the acidity and sugars of the fruit and imparted a natural balance to the wine.
The confluence of these extreme conditions resulted in some of the best wine to date.
WINEMAKING
Grapes were harvested between the second and third week of April, hand sorted and
crushed in stainless steel tanks for cold maceration (8-10 ºC). Based on the individual
development of each lot, total maceration lasted between 15 and 20 days. Fermentation
occurred at 23-26 ºC and included two to three pumpovers per day ensuring maximum fruit
extraction. All lots were aged for 12 months in American (50%) and French (50%) oak.
TASTING NOTES
Rich ruby color with aromas of ripe berries and soft plum are followed by tastes of
black cherry, soft vanilla and dark chocolate. The silky tannins, strong balance and
good structure support a long complex finish.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Artfully accompanies grilled meats, ripe cheeses, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine
and chocolate.
APPELLATION: Colchagua Valley, Chile
WINEMAKER: Felipe Tosso
WINERY: Viña Ventisquero
VINTAGE: 2008
VARIETAL: 82% Cabernet Sauvignon,
18% Syrah
TOTAL ACIDITY: 5.4 g/L
ALCOHOL: 14.2%
pH: 3.6 |
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