2018 Galan Vineyards Augustus Grand Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon - Cabernet Franc - Syrah 0.75 Ltr. Tinto
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Dark, ruby red color. Intense aromas of ripe red fruit such as red berries, cassis and cherries. Nice complexity with notes of dark chocolate, leather, tobacco and pepper. Perfect balance, solid whole and charming character. Robust and impressive finish that lasts for a long time and ends in a nice symphony of flavors.

Delicious with grilled red meat, duck breast, lamb, pastas with cheese and long-aged cheeses.

climate

Located quite southerly between ideal latitudes, Maule Valley is slightly cooler than other major wine regions in Chile. It enjoys slightly more precipitation that falls mainly in winter and many hours of sunshine. It is warm during the day and the temperature drops sharply at night, making it probably the most privileged wine valley in Chile. The general characteristics are comparable to a Mediterranean climate.

soil

The vineyards are located in Maule Valley near Curicó. The Maule River supplies the valley with alluvial sedimentary rocks. The soils are quite varied and consist of granite, red clay, loam and gravel. The soils on the slopes are poorer and with good water management. In the valley itself on the river, the subsoil is richer with higher yields.

vinification

The grapes are picked by hand. They are fermented separately per type in stainless steel vats under controlled temperature. Then the blend is made and it rests even further on an assembly barrels of 2nd and 3rd use before bottling.

vintage
2018
title
Augustus Grand Reserva
class
Cabernet Sauvignon - Cabernet Franc - Syrah
region
Lontué Valley
country
Chili
color
Tinto
alcohol
13.50 %
Ltr.
0.75