Bodegas Volcanes de chile  'Parinacota'
Blend: 70% Syrah, 30% Carignan
Location: Maule Valley
Alcohol: 14.5% ABV
Manual harvest. Rigorous selection of clusters before a further hand selection of grapes at the winery. Cold maceration (5-7 days at 6°C-8°C) to obtain the greatest colour intensity and concentration of aromas. Fermentation at 28°C. Successive pump-overs are used to extract the right level of polyphenols from the skins. Malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels (30% new, plus second and third use), and further aging for 15 months before blending.
Tasting Note: Expressive and rich aromas of wild red and dark fruits, such as blueberries, raspberries and plum, violets with hints of liquorice, black tea, nutmeg and spice. The tannins are fresh, energetic and elegant, and the palate shows a wonderful, rounded texture with a bright core of delicious fruit allied to fresh acidity.
Food Match
Roast lamb, steak, stews game, duck, charcuterie and strong cheeses